President-elect Trump appoints Brendan Carr, known for his strong stance against tech censorship, to lead the US communications regulator.

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Written By Karl Melles

Article published (updated) on: 18th November 2024

Credit: BBC News

In Summary:

President-elect Donald Trump has named Brendan Carr, a well-known critic of major tech firms and an advocate for free speech, as the new head of the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC), pending Senate approval. Carr, who has served on the FCC for years and was previously appointed by both Trump and President Joe Biden, is recognized for opposing what he views as censorship by social media giants, excluding X (owned by Trump supporter Elon Musk).

Carr’s chapter in the conservative Project 2025 policy book proposes measures such as imposing transparency rules on companies like Google and Facebook, expanding rural broadband access, and taking a stricter approach to TikTok. Trump's choice underscores his administration’s commitment to revisiting regulatory policies around technology and media as he prepares for his January 2025 inauguration.

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