BRENDAN CARR

Nov 18 2024POLITICS

The FCC's New Leader: Brendan Carr's Vision

Brendan Carr, a key player in ‘Project 2025, ’ is set to lead the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). He's got a lot on his mind, and it's not just about broadband and wireless spectrum. Carr wants to banish “censorship” by tech companies, hold broadcast media accountable, and scrap the FCC’s focus on diversity and inclusion. He's got friends in high places, lik...

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

Meet the New FCC Boss: Brendan Carr, Trump's Tech Watchdog

Let's talk about Brendan Carr, the guy President Trump just picked to lead the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Carr's been around for a while, serving as the top Republican on the commission and even as its general counsel. He's been confirmed by the Senate three times, once by Trump and once by President Biden. But why is this a big deal? The FCC is a powe...

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

Brendan Carr: From FCC Commissioner to Chairman

Meet Brendan Carr, the guy who's about to take the wheel at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). You might know him as the commissioner who’s been working with the FCC since 2017, or maybe from his days as the general counsel and advisor to former FCC Chair Ajit Pai. Carr’s new role as chairman comes with a lot of responsibility, as the FCC is the body that r...

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