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Trump taps Brendan Carr for chairman of the Federal Communications Commission

President-Elect Donald Trump named Brendan Carr as the new chairman of the Federal Communications Commission on Sunday, where his roles will include regulating broadcasting and telecommunications.
Trump praised Carr, who has "been confirmed unanimously by the United States Senate three times," calling him "a warrior for Free Speech."
Carr expressed that he is "humbled and honored" to be nominated and noted FCC's role in reining in Big Tech and ensuring public interest.

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Trump taps Big Tech critic Brendan Carr to chair FCC | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

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