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The U.S. political arena is becoming the epicenter of the struggle for influence on the Internet.
US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Brendan Carr as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Carr, a well-known critic of "big tech," will officially take office after Trump's inauguration on January 20, 2025.
Carr has repeatedly criticized leading social media platforms for allegedly censoring conservative views, making an exception for X, a platform owned by Elon Musk, a Trump ally. He also actively supports tighter regulation of tech giants such as Google and Facebook.
Carr's appointment was presented by Trump as a step in defense of free speech. The president-elect described Carr as a "free speech fighter" who successfully fought against restrictions that stifle American freedoms and stifle economic development.
Brendan Carr is a lawyer by training, he has already worked at the FCC in various positions, and was appointed to these positions both by Trump himself, during his first term, and by Joe Biden. Carr's career path and stance on technology have cemented his reputation among Republicans.
Carr called his appointment a "great honor" and promised to implement a plan to "dismantle the censorship cartel." Among his proposals are transparency rules for tech companies, improved broadband in rural areas, and increased measures against TikTok.
Despite Trump's support, Carr's appointment requires the approval of the U.S. Senate. This process could spark discussions, given the controversy over its initiatives and their potential impact on the tech industry.
In addition, Carr took part in the development of the "Project 2025" - a document proposing reforms for Trump's second term. Although Trump has distanced himself from the project, many of his proposals are reflected in the new administration's policies.
Carr's appointment was part of a key Trump team that promises radical changes in the way it regulates media and technology.
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US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Brendan Carr as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Carr, a well-known critic of "big tech," will officially take office after Trump's inauguration on January 20, 2025.
Carr has repeatedly criticized leading social media platforms for allegedly censoring conservative views, making an exception for X, a platform owned by Elon Musk, a Trump ally. He also actively supports tighter regulation of tech giants such as Google and Facebook.
Carr's appointment was presented by Trump as a step in defense of free speech. The president-elect described Carr as a "free speech fighter" who successfully fought against restrictions that stifle American freedoms and stifle economic development.
Brendan Carr is a lawyer by training, he has already worked at the FCC in various positions, and was appointed to these positions both by Trump himself, during his first term, and by Joe Biden. Carr's career path and stance on technology have cemented his reputation among Republicans.
Carr called his appointment a "great honor" and promised to implement a plan to "dismantle the censorship cartel." Among his proposals are transparency rules for tech companies, improved broadband in rural areas, and increased measures against TikTok.
Despite Trump's support, Carr's appointment requires the approval of the U.S. Senate. This process could spark discussions, given the controversy over its initiatives and their potential impact on the tech industry.
In addition, Carr took part in the development of the "Project 2025" - a document proposing reforms for Trump's second term. Although Trump has distanced himself from the project, many of his proposals are reflected in the new administration's policies.
Carr's appointment was part of a key Trump team that promises radical changes in the way it regulates media and technology.
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