Federal Court Halts FCC's Net Neutrality Reinstatement
The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals blocks the FCC's net neutrality rules, citing likely success of broadband providers' legal challenge.
- The FCC voted in April to restore net neutrality rules from 2015, rescinded under the Trump administration.
- Broadband providers argue the rules would impose prohibitive costs and hinder innovation.
- The court's stay extends an earlier temporary hold, with oral arguments scheduled for late October or early November.
- Net neutrality rules prevent ISPs from blocking, throttling, or prioritizing internet traffic.
- FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel pledges to continue fighting for an open and fair internet.