US EditionSenate confirms Anna Gomez to FCC, breaking deadlock
- The Senate confirmed Democrat Anna Gomez to the Federal Communications Commission , ending a deadlock that had persisted under the Biden presidency. Gomez's confirmation allows the FCC to pursue actions without the support of Republican commissioners, potentially including a return to net neutrality rules.
- Gomez's confirmation follows a prolonged battle to confirm Biden's initial pick, Gigi Sohn, who ultimately withdrew herself from consideration. Sohn cited opposition from Republicans and some Democrats, as well as "unrelenting, dishonest and cruel attacks."
- The late confirmation and upcoming 2024 elections may complicate efforts to enact net neutrality rules, despite President Biden's support for them.
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Anna Gomez confirmed as FCC commissioner, breaking a 32-month deadlock
For the first time in Joe Biden's presidency, Democrats will have a majority at the Federal Communications Commission and the ability to undo Trump-era deregulation in the internet and communications industries. The Senate has confirmed Anna Gomez as the agency's third Democratic commissioner, bringing an end to a 32-month partisan split on the panel.
Senate confirms Anna Gomez to FCC, breaking deadlock
The Senate on Thursday confirmed Anna Gomez to serve on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), ending a stretch where the agency did not have a fifth seat filled that has lasted since President Biden took office. Gomez was confirmed 55-43, with five Republicans — Sens. Shelley Moore Capito (W.Va.) Susan Collins (Maine), Lisa Murkowski (Alaska), […]
Senate Confirms Anna Gomez as FCC Commissioner, Giving Democrats Majority at Agency
After months of stalling, the Senate on Thursday confirmed Anna Gomez as the FCC’s fifth commissioner, officially giving Democrats the majority at the regulatory agency. The confirmation of Gomez, who has an extensive background as a telecommunications attorney, gives the Democrats a 3-2 edge at the agency, which is led by FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel, a Democrat. Nathan Simington and Brendan Carr, both Trump appointees, are the Republic…
Democrats Take Up FCC Majority with Gomez Senate Confirmation
The Senate confirmed Anna Gomez to fill a longtime vacancy at the Federal Communications Commission, delivering President Joe Biden a crucial majority that clears the way for Democrats to act on their telecommunications priorities.
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