Source: ReclaimTheNet.org
Brendan Carr has been tapped by President-elect Donald Trump to take on the role of Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) starting in January, marking a significant elevation for the senior Republican commissioner. Announced Sunday, the appointment highlights Trump’s emphasis on aligning leadership of the FCC with his administration’s deregulatory and free speech priorities.
Carr, a key figure in the FCC since his nomination by Trump in 2017, has earned bipartisan recognition, having been unanimously confirmed by the Senate three times. In his official statement, Trump praised Carr’s work ethic and leadership, describing him as “a warrior for Free Speech” and highlighting his efforts to dismantle regulatory hurdles that, according to Trump, have hindered innovation and economic growth. Trump celebrated his promotion, calling it well-deserved. “Lead us into a great future, Brendan!” the president-elect concluded.
Expressing gratitude, Carr shared his reaction on X, describing the appointment as an honor and privilege.
Though Carr has always championed online free speech, Carr has also drawn more attention recently for taking a strong stance against systemic censorship by major technology companies. In a letter addressed to the CEOs of Alphabet, Apple, Meta, and Microsoft, Carr demanded answers regarding their involvement in censorship activities over the past four years….