Trump Names Brendan Carr as FCC Chair, Signaling Aggressive Tech and Media Overhaul

Carr, a longtime FCC commissioner and Project 2025 contributor, is expected to target social media platforms, media outlets, and expand regulatory support for Elon Musk's ventures.

Brendan Carr, a Trump ally and Project 2025 co-author, has been selected to chair the FCC, with plans to reshape its focus on tech and media regulation.
Carr has pledged to combat what he calls the 'censorship cartel,' aiming to scrutinize social media platforms for alleged suppression of conservative viewpoints.
He has expressed intentions to revisit broadcast media regulations, including the possibility of revoking licenses for networks accused of political bias.
Carr’s close ties to Elon Musk and support for accelerating space industry licensing have raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest.
Critics warn that Carr’s agenda could chill press freedom and politicize the FCC, traditionally an independent regulatory body.