Donald Trump Announces Brendan Carr as Head of FCC, Promoting Free Speech
Donald Trump has announced his intention to appoint Brendan Carr as the head of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), emphasizing Carr’s role as a ‘warrior for free speech.’ Carr, who has been with the FCC since 2012 and a commissioner since 2017, aims to challenge large tech companies and restore the rights of American citizens to free expression. Carr has gained support from Elon Musk, who criticized a recent FCC decision affecting his company Starlink. Trump stated that the FCC must change its course to prioritize national security and accountability.