On October 20, 2025, groups urged clearer FTC goals and fair trade rules, shaping U.S. digital and competition policies.

On October 20, 2025, multiple organizations submitted public comments on key U.S. regulatory and trade initiatives. The FTC’s Draft Strategic Plan drew feedback from NetChoice, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and civil society groups urging clearer goals, stronger accountability, and a focus on consumer welfare. Cloudflare and the CCIA urged the USTR to ensure balanced, evidence-based criteria for the Notorious Markets List and to open foreign digital markets for U.S. tech firms. Mercado Libre opposed its potential inclusion on the list, citing active IP enforcement. These inputs are shaping upcoming policies on competition, trade, and digital regulation.