Trump appoints Brendan Carr as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission

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President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Brendan Carr as the new chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Carr, a senior Republican and longtime member of the FCC, has been confirmed by the Senate three times. Carr has previously served as the FCC's general counsel and aligns with Trump's views on regulating social media and technology. He has expressed intentions to focus on issues like Big Tech and broadcasting in the public interest. The FCC currently has a Democratic majority, but Trump will have the opportunity to appoint a new member next year. Carr has been vocal in media appearances, criticizing decisions he views as politically motivated.


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