The Federal Trade Commission has proposed a rule to eliminate employee non compete clauses in contracts, claiming the practice stifles innovation and entrepreneurship. In a rare interview, FTC Chair Lina Khan explains the proposal, the economics, and the workers that stand to benefit. As the Republican congressional stalemate continues, Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) stands resolute in his pitch for Speaker of the House. Plus, Bed Bath & Beyond’s stock may be beyond help, and it’s another Squawk celebration: happy birthday, Joe Kernen! In this episode:Lina Khan, @linakhanFTCBecky Quick @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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