Telecoms Sue To Block FTC’s “Click To Cancel” Rule

October 24, 2024 Business, Government

An industry group representing cable and internet providers sued along with two others on Wednesday to block a U.S. Federal Trade Commission rule that requires companies to offer simple cancellation mechanisms for subscriptions.

NCTA – The Internet & Television Association and groups representing the home security and online advertising industries said in papers filed with the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans that the rule known as “click to cancel” oversteps the FTC’s authority and was not supported by evidence.

NCTA represents major cable and internet providers including Charter Communications, Comcast Corp, and Cox Communication, as well as media companies such as Disney Entertainment, and Warner Bros. Discovery.

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The telecom lobby is suing the government because the @FTC is eliminating bogus subscription traps and making easier for consumers to cancel.

Another popular, pro consumer and honest business rule from enforcers, another baseless legal challenge from industry lobbyists. pic.twitter.com/qYwkYafqX1

— American Economic Liberties Project (@econliberties) October 23, 2024