Trump nominates Brendan Carr to lead FCC with focus on Big Tech regulation

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Brendan Carr as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Carr, who has been with the FCC since 2012, is known for his conservative views and is a coauthor of Project 2025, which aims to limit Big Tech's power. Carr's plans include revising Section 230, which currently protects online platforms from liability for user content. He proposes stricter rules to hold Big Tech accountable for content moderation and wants companies to disclose their algorithms and contribute to a fund for underserved communities. Additionally, Carr advocates for reducing U.S. tech dependence on China, including a potential ban on TikTok. He suggests increasing federal funding to help companies transition away from Chinese technology and expanding a list of foreign tech firms considered security risks.