Trump appoints big tech critic Brendan Carr as FCC chairman

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Brendan Carr, a critic of big tech, as the new chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Carr, who previously served as the senior Republican on the FCC, aims to promote free speech and reduce regulations. Carr has expressed his commitment to dismantling what he calls a "censorship cartel" and restoring free speech rights. He has aligned with Trump's agenda to cut regulations and address perceived political bias in major broadcasting networks. Carr's appointment marks a shift in leadership at the FCC, focusing on issues like regulating large tech companies and enhancing economic growth. He has previously opposed regulatory decisions affecting Elon Musk's Starlink service, which could benefit from federal funding.