Democracy
Terminated FTC Democrats Vow to Take Trump to Court
A federal judge reversed a similar attempt by Trump, and an FTC lawsuit might be next.
FCC
FCC Commissioner Starks to Resign ‘This Spring’
With Starks leaving, Carr could have a majority sooner than he expected.
Briefs
Slater Confirmed to Head of DOJ’s Antitrust Division
Slater said she will focus on enforcing antitrust laws affecting industries including technology
Digital Inclusion
FCC Defends Most Broadcaster Demographic Reporting
The agency dropped its defense of the nonbinary classification in its equal employment opportunity reporting rules.
Wireless
Consumer Advocates to FCC: Deny T-Mobile’s Acquisition of UScellular
The $4.4 billion deal includes 4 million customers, 30% of UScellular’s spectrum, and more than 2,000 towers.
USF
Solicitor General Defends Universal Service Fund at High Court
The administration argued the law standing up the $8 billion fund didn't run afoul of the non-delegation doctrine.
Antitrust
As Biden’s Antitrust Chief Exits, Will Trump Keep the Momentum?
The DOJ’s antitrust division saw record enforcement under Kanter.
Spectrum
CCIA Raises Alarm Over T-Mobile, UScellular Merger
Trade group concerned about market consolidation, higher consumer bills.
Spectrum
DOJ Asks FCC to Pause T-Mobile, UScellular Transaction
Foreign ownership of T-Mobile could pose a security risk, DOJ said
DOJ
T-Mobile-Lumos Deal Under Review for Foreign Participation
The review period could take as long as 210 days
Election 2024
Elon Musk Sued Over $1 Million Voter Giveaway
Suit alleged that Musk’s prizes were part of an illegal lottery
Lifeline
DOJ Gains Guilty Pleas in FCC Lifeline Fraud Scheme
The company stole more than $100 million over several years
Fiber
Verizon Submits $20 Billion Frontier Merger for FCC Approval
Verizon argues minimal competitive overlap, but regulators will examine the impact.
USF
Feds Ask Supreme Court to Preserve Universal Service Fund
FCC and Justice Department want the Fifth Circuit's July ruling, which found the $8-billion annual fund unconstitutional, overruled.
