Trump Taps Brendan Carr for FCC Chair Amid Controversial Policy Shifts

Brendan Carr, appointed by Donald Trump as the new chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), has signaled a shift in focus for the agency, emphasizing dismantling perceived censorship by tech companies and ending diversity initiatives. Carr, who has a close relationship with Elon Musk, has been a vocal critic of tech platforms and supports policies like banning TikTok and repealing Section 230. His appointment aligns with Trump's agenda, contrasting with previous FCC priorities like broadband deployment and 5G leadership.