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Senate Commerce to Vote on Thumann’s Nomination Nov. 18

If confirmed, she would give Republicans a 3-1 majority at the FCC

Jake Neenan

Jake Neenan

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Senate Commerce to Vote on Thumann’s Nomination Nov. 18
Screenshot of Danielle Thumann Severs, President Donald Trump's nominee to the Federal Communications Commission, at Tuesday's confirmation hearing.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12, 2026 – The Senate Commerce Committee will vote next week to advance Danielle Thumann Severs’ nomination to serve on the Federal Communications Commission.

The committee, led by Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, said Wednesday that it would vote on Thumann’s nomination on Wednesday, Nov. 18.

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