John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil Trust was the first regulator, monopolizing refining and integrating with pipeline and railroad companies. (cnbc.com)
In criticizing the industry's approach, Bair became the first regulator to speak so frankly about the issue. (businessinsider.com)
Being the first regulator of power plants» greenhouse gas emissions may not be a distinction Trump wants, either. (scientificamerican.com)