Trump appoints Brendan Carr as FCC chairman

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Brendan Carr as the permanent chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Carr, currently the top Republican on the FCC, will continue his term, which runs through 2029. Carr has previously served as the FCC's general counsel and is in his third term as a commissioner. Trump praised Carr for his commitment to free speech and his efforts to reduce regulatory burdens on businesses.