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CFTC Chairman Selig to Sponsor Agricultural Advisory Committee

Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chairman Michael S. Selig announced he will sponsor the CFTC's Agricultural Advisory Committee and is seeking nominations to fill current vacancies. The CFTC is requesting nominations by Feb. 18 as the agency emphasizes its commitment to agricultural market oversight.

•Chairman Selig will personally sponsor the Agricultural Advisory Committee, continuing tradition of CFTC chair leadership
•CFTC seeking nominations for AAC vacancies with Feb. 18 deadline for submissions to [email protected]
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Federal Judge Dismisses Chicago Immigration Enforcement Lawsuit

A federal judge in Chicago dismissed a lawsuit filed by protesters, religious leaders, and journalists against the Trump administration's immigration enforcement operation known as 'Operation Midway Blitz.' The dismissal follows a strategic move by plaintiffs' attorneys after the Seventh Circuit stayed their preliminary injunction.

•Federal judge dismissed lawsuit against Trump administration's Operation Midway Blitz after plaintiffs' strategic motion
•Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals had previously stayed preliminary injunction, calling it overbroad
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Court Halts Deceptive Health Insurance Telemarketing Scheme at FTC Request

A federal court in Florida has temporarily stopped operations of Top Healthcare Options Insurance Agency Inc. and 11 related defendants accused of running a deceptive telemarketing scheme that caused tens of millions in consumer harm. The FTC alleges the defendants misled consumers seeking comprehensive health insurance by selling limited benefit plans that left buyers exposed to crushing medical costs.

•Federal court granted FTC's temporary restraining order against Top Healthcare Options Insurance Agency Inc. and 11 related defendants
•Defendants allegedly operated deceptive telemarketing scheme causing tens of millions in consumer harm
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SEC Advisory Committee to Address Small Business Capital Rules Feb. 24

The SEC's Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee will hold a public meeting on February 24, 2026, to continue discussions on regulatory frameworks for finders and explore private secondary market issues. The meeting represents ongoing efforts to address capital formation challenges facing small businesses.

•SEC Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for February 24, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET
•Focus on regulatory frameworks for finders and exploration of private secondary markets
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SEC Approves $362.1M PCAOB Budget for 2026 with 9.4% Increase

The Securities and Exchange Commission approved the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board's 2026 budget totaling $362.1 million, marking a 9.4% increase from the previous year. The budget approval includes the accounting support fee that funds PCAOB oversight of public company auditors.

•PCAOB's 2026 budget totals $362.1 million, up 9.4% from previous year
•Budget increase of $37.6 million reflects expanded regulatory oversight needs
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Supreme Court Hears Trump v. Cook on Fed Governor Removal Powers

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Trump v. Cook, a case examining President Trump's authority to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell attended despite Treasury Secretary criticism, highlighting tensions over central bank independence.

•President Trump seeks to remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook, challenging traditional Federal Reserve independence
•Fed Chairman Jerome Powell attended oral arguments despite Treasury Secretary criticism about influencing proceedings
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FDA Reports Success from ImportShield Program at U.S. Ports

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced positive initial results from its ImportShield Program, launched in August 2025 to modernize import oversight. The agency described 'impressive results' in strengthening product review processes at U.S. ports of entry.

•FDA ImportShield Program launched in August 2025 to modernize import product review processes
•Initial effectiveness review shows 'impressive results' in strengthening port oversight
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FDA Seeks Industry Input on Enhanced Gluten Labeling Requirements

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a Request for Information seeking public and industry input on improving gluten ingredient disclosure and preventing cross-contamination in packaged foods. This regulatory initiative aims to enhance protections for consumers with celiac disease and gluten sensitivities.

•FDA issued Request for Information on gluten labeling and cross-contact prevention in packaged foods
•Initiative targets enhanced protection for consumers with celiac disease and gluten sensitivities
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FTC Appeals District Court Ruling in Meta Monopolization Case

The Federal Trade Commission announced it will appeal a November 2025 district court ruling that favored Meta Platforms in the agency's monopolization case. The FTC maintains that Meta illegally preserved its social media dominance by acquiring competitive threats Instagram and WhatsApp.

•FTC filed notice of appeal to D.C. Circuit Court following November 2025 district court loss
•Case centers on allegations Meta maintained monopoly through acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp
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CFTC Imposes $350K in Penalties for Precious Metals Spoofing Scheme

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission announced enforcement actions resulting in $350,000 in civil penalties and multi-year trading bans against two former bank employees who engaged in spoofing activities in precious metals futures markets. The federal court orders conclude a case that began in 2019.

•Smith faces $200,000 penalty and 3-year trading ban; Nowak receives $150,000 penalty and 6-month ban
•Both defendants previously convicted in criminal case with prison sentences and additional fines
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