🎧 New podcast episode! How does the FDA keep patients safe after a drug hits the market? NCL CEO Sally Greenberg sits down with Dr. Dal Pan to break down how safety signals are spotted, what happens when concerns emerge & how the FDA protects patients long-term. Listen: nclnet.org/media/podcas...

NCL sends our very best wishes during the holidays. As we look to 2026, we are hopeful for stronger protections, safer products, and a fairer marketplace. Thank you for standing with us this year. There will be challenges ahead, but we are ready and look forward to continuing the fight together.

Rental scams are costing consumers millions. New FTC data shows nearly 65K rental scams have been reported since 2020, with fake listings often spreading through social media. People ages 18 to 29 were 3X more likely to lose money. ow.ly/4egt50XNk28

Online travel scams are surging and stressed travelers are the target. FTC reports nearly 400,000 business impostor scams this year. As NCL’s John Breyault warns, urgency is what scammers depend on. Save official airline numbers, use verified apps, and report scams to Fraud.org. ow.ly/nyX950XMCqV

NCL endorses the Stay in Your Lane Act to limit self-driving vehicles to conditions they are designed to handle and hold car manufacturers accountable. As NCL’s Daniel Greene said, “If a vehicle cannot be safely operated, then it should not be operated at all.” ow.ly/UQcX50XLvAF

NCL, joined by 29 orgs, is urging Congress to reject H.R. 5179, which would replace DC’s independently elected AG with a presidential appointee. Removing independence from this office risks politicized enforcement and threatens consumers, nonprofits, and civil society nationwide. ow.ly/mrqB50XKvKm

Every day, families, workers, and young people rely on protections most of us take for granted. NCL fights tirelessly to defend them, even as critical federal agencies face threats. Thanks to supporters like you, we can enter 2026 stronger and more determined than ever. nclnet.org/donate/

“The recent crisis involving child labor in meat-packing facilities demonstrates the need for increased penalties,” says Reid Maki of the Child Labor Coalition, chaired by NCL. The LET’S Protect Workers Act would raise fines ~10x and strengthen protections for children. ow.ly/VCN350XIAAE

#HPV causes 6 types of cancer, yet too many lack access to info and screenings that save lives. The newly reintroduced PREVENT HPV Cancers Act helps change that. NCL endorses this bipartisan effort to expand education, boost vaccination, and improve early detection. ow.ly/sz5F50XHFg7

NCL’s John Breyault breaks down why the Biloxi lawsuit is more than a local dispute. It shows how hotel lobbyists are shaping restrictive rules that limit short-term rentals, reduce competition, and raise costs for travelers. Read the full blog: ow.ly/eXUC50XG0yV

HUGE WIN for Ohio families! Governor DeWine vetoed SB 50, stopping 14- and 15-year-olds from working until 9 pm on school nights. Less than a month ago, NCL sent a letter urging him to protect teens’ safety, sleep, and school performance. Read our statement: ow.ly/gokW50XC6uP

The Trump administration is slashing fuel economy standards from 50.4 to 34.5 mpg by 2031. “Slamming the brakes on robust fuel economy standards will inflict more pain at the pump and harm public health,” said Daniel Greene. The administration must reverse course now. Read more: ow.ly/QooP50XBz3z

“Every day, we fight for what’s right—so you’re safe, protected, and better off.” – Sally Greenberg, NCL CEO This #GivingTuesday, your gift helps NCL protect children, families, and consumers when it matters most. Give a gift to support our work: nclnet.org/donate/

Florence Kelley knew it over a century ago: consumers have real power. Then and now, people use their voices and dollars to fight injustice and protect our communities. NCL was founded on that belief, and it’s still true today. The fight isn’t over. Let’s keep pushing. ow.ly/3pWT50Xyf3Y

NCL CEO Sally Greenberg speaks out on the harsh reality of child farmworkers in California. California can act by raising the minimum age for farmwork from 12 to 14. Read her full letter in the LA Times: ow.ly/CL5450XxPIF

Our 2025 Trumpeter Awards Highlights Reel is live. Watch the best moments from a night celebrating leaders who fight for consumers and workers. 🎥 Catch the highlights, then join us this upcoming #GivingTuesday. Your support keeps this work moving forward. www.youtube.com/watch?v=yg2h...

Justice was done. A federal judge dismissed Ford’s lawsuit against California lemon law attorneys, affirming their protected advocacy for consumers. Attempts to silence those holding powerful companies accountable won’t stand. ow.ly/vcJ250XxzGy

Justice was done. A federal judge dismissed Ford’s lawsuit against California lemon law attorneys, affirming their protected advocacy for consumers. Attempts to silence those holding powerful companies accountable won’t stand. ow.ly/vcJ250XxzGy

"Vehicle owners need a consumer voice along with industry voices on controlling their own vehicles," says Sally Greenberg. Learn more about their organization at: nclnet.org

The National Consumers League has been with AVOA since the beginning, providing their perspective at the intersection of business and consumer issues. With over a century of history advocating for consumers, NCL is dedicated to ensuring vehicle data ownership is about people — not just policy.

Live in #California? @Ford is attacking your right to get a refund for a seriously defective, often grossly unsafe lemon car. @nationalconsumers.bsky.social @consumercal.bsky.social @consumerfed.bsky.social @nclc4consumers.bsky.social

Shame on this administration. Their latest attempt to dismantle the Dept of Education—during American Education Week—is illegal and immoral. Not only do they want to starve and steal from our students—they want to rob them of their futures. Anyone who claims to care about children should be livid.

Join The Aspen Institute on Nov. 19 for "Backsliding on Child Protections: The Return of Child Labor in the U.S." Reid Maki, NCL’s Director of Child Labor Advocacy, will discuss the growing crisis of children working dangerous jobs and what must be done to protect them. RSVP: ow.ly/vHJh50XrT9l

NCL urged the FDA to reject a petition calling for false warning labels on Tylenol. There is no proven link between acetaminophen use in pregnancy and autism, and misleading labels would only spread fear and misinformation. Read more: ow.ly/wrxa50XnehT

Access to fluoride should not depend on your ZIP code. While we are relieved this is not a ban on fluoride supplements, the FDA’s recent action raises concerns about access to safe and effective fluoride sources for children. Every child deserves protection from #cavities. More: ow.ly/zg0T50XnbeV

50 years after the first White House Conference on Food, Nutrition and Health, the U.S. faces a new hunger crisis. In her latest blog, Nancy Glick warns that political gridlock could threaten SNAP and food aid. ow.ly/mXji50XkyAm

Day 30 of the shutdown and Americans are paying the price. With Treasury offices like FinCEN stalled, scammers and fraudsters have more room to exploit families and small businesses. It’s time to end the shutdown and protect consumers. Read more: ow.ly/90LA50XjRs8

Thank you to our attendees, sponsors, introducers, honorees, and the incredible Mayflower Hotel staff for being a part of Trumpeter. From inspiring speeches to celebrating leaders driving real change, tonight reminded us why this work matters. We can’t wait to do it all again in 2026! ✨

📣Final registration call! In just TWO weeks, we’ll gather in DC to honor the bold voices fighting for consumers and workers. The Trumpeter Awards are almost here — a night to celebrate courage, leadership, and impact. ⏰ Last chance to save your spot — registration closes today! ow.ly/ET6i50X6eab

Looks like Rivian is learning from Tesla's mistakes. But -- we agree with @autosafety.org. NHTSA should issue a safety standard, to make it easier to get out in an emergency and not get trapped inside. @nationalconsumers.bsky.social @tesla-takedown.bsky.social @saferoadsnow.bsky.social

The countdown is on! Join us October 23 for the 2025 Trumpeter Awards as we honor leaders who have fought tirelessly for consumers and workers. Since 1973, the Trumpeter Awards have recognized trailblazers in consumer and worker protection. Don't miss out on the chance to RSVP: ow.ly/1SaO50X6eae

🚨 #Parents -- Who is keeping your #kids safe from hazardous products? 🚨 Changes at US Consumer Product Safety Commission raise alarms. TY @nationalconsumers.bsky.social for shining the spotlight. @consumerfed.bsky.social thenationaldesk.com/news/spotlig...

Thank you to the American Optometric Association for honoring us with the Health Care Leader Award. NCL CEO Sally Greenberg reminds us: “We must continue fighting to ensure very personal, and very important health care decisions are made between patients and their doctors—not insurance executives.”

⏳ We're less than ONE month until the 2025 Trumpeter Awards! We're getting ready for an inspiring evening full of celebration, connection, and advocacy. Are you joining us? 📍 Washington, DC 🗓️ October 23 🔗RSVP: ow.ly/nMZF50X3GKx

Kids are being targeted by scams and sextortion at younger ages. LifeSmarts, Meta, and Childhelp are teaming up to reach 1M middle schoolers with lessons on online safety—taught by high school peers. 💻 Learn more: ow.ly/kx2Y50X1Jsf

🚨 Counterfeit airbags from China are implicated in fatal crashes in America. Hard to detect, but they can kill. @autosafety.org @nationalconsumers.bsky.social @autosafety.org www.consumeraffairs.com/news/counter...

Medical experts and autism advocates reject claims linking Tylenol in pregnancy to autism. ACOG says it’s one of the few safe options for pain and fever. Rising autism diagnoses reflect better recognition. End stigma, don’t spread fear. ow.ly/r4j850X1Pl9

Consumers are being misled with deceptive telehealth ads for weight loss drugs on their phones, social feeds, and TVs. Following the @US_FDA's recent crackdown on ads, our petition calls on the @FTC to exercise its authority to keep patients safe. See: ow.ly/FoA350X0WGY

Safety delayed is safety denied. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has postponed updates to its Five-Star Safety Rating Program, leaving consumers without critical information to compare vehicle safety. ow.ly/PKIg50X0zvc

This week, NCL CEO Sally Greenberg joins Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Annual Legislative Conference panel on medical debt & the #340B program. 76% of Americans worry hospitals use 340B discounts while aggressively collecting medical debt. Learn more: bit.ly/ncl-poll-340...

TY @erinwitte-cfa.bsky.social @chuckbell.bsky.social @nationalconsumers.bsky.social @nclc4consumers.bsky.social @consumercal.bsky.social @consumerfed.bsky.social @weareunidosus.bsky.social @consumeradvocates.bsky.social for supporting passage of #SB766. @governor.ca.gov pls sign #SB766 into law

Each year 54K Americans suffer table saw injuries, including 4K amputations. Yet the FTC wants to roll back safety standards. NCL’s Sally Greenberg: “It is outrageous that the FTC would put the profits of table saw manufacturers over the safety of American workers and families.” ow.ly/p2ka50WZFZQ

AI is making scams faster, smarter, and more convincing. NCL board member Kirstin Downey highlights the risks and need for stronger protections. Experts at NCL’s AI & Consumer Fraud Conference discussed solutions from better enforcement to consumer education. Read more: ow.ly/gh8K50WZyRl

A member of the National Consumer League tells ACIP says "altering the schedule by changing recommedations" risks sewing additional confusion and adding financial hardships. ACIP should align recommendations from AMA and AAP, she said.

🌟 We’re honored to have Marc Rotenberg, ED of the Center for AI and Digital Policy, as the keynote at our Sept. 17 conference at GWU. A global voice on AI, data protection & policy, Marc will set the stage for critical conversations on fighting fraud in the age of AI. RSVP here: ow.ly/BgTh50WU5e2

Not all weight loss drugs are what they seem. Millions have been misled into believing compounded GLP-1s are safe for weight loss, with over 1,150 adverse events already reported. NCL is calling for stronger regulations to stop fraud and protect consumers. ow.ly/bgcY50WScSt

Middle & low-income Americans are losing faith in the economy. Sentiment fell nearly 6% in August as families cut back on food, clothes, and car repairs, while the wealthy keep spending on luxuries. When millions cannot afford basics as others live in excess, the system is failing. ow.ly/VaEf50WQzzt

Prescription drug costs keep rising while pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) profit in the shadows. NCL led a letter with 30+ orgs urging the Department of Labor to rein in #PBM practices, demand transparency, and put patients, employers, and consumers first. Read our letter: ow.ly/izC150WNCPc

🚨Without "pesky" regulations, giant sleazebag corporations can get away with committing fraud, mayhem, and murder. @nationalconsumers.bsky.social @consumerfed.bsky.social

Imagine when women couldn’t vote. Just 105 years ago today, the 19th Amendment was certified after decades of organizing, protest, and hard-fought wins in Congress and the states. This anniversary reminds us that women’s rights are hard-won, not guaranteed.