USF
Ajit Pai: Congress Should Fund the USF
Congress would have to act in order for tech companies to be assessed, said Pai
FCC
Rosenworcel Leaving FCC on January 20, 2025
Rosenworcel’s tenure brought the Space Bureau, updated broadband benchmarks, and connected millions to high-speed internet.
Expert Opinion
The Future of the ACP Under the Trump Administration
Expanding broadband access through the Affordable Connectivity Program is not a partisan issue.
Election 2024
Trump and Musk Solidify Their Bond with Texas Trip for Rocket Launch
The trip to Texas for the rocket launch was just Trump's third time outside Florida since the election
Commerce
Trump Picks Howard Lutnick for Commerce Secretary
The investment firm CEO hasn't been vocal on telecom issues.
Broadband's Impact
Fact-Checking Group Rebuts FCC’s Carr Over 'False Reports'
NewsGuard accuses FCC Chair-designate of using misinformation from low-credibility outlets to target the media watchdog.
Net Neutrality
Analyst: Sixth Circuit Should Hit Pause on Net Neutrality Case
Net neutrality rules could be held until the new administration clarifies its position
FCC
Trump Names Brendan Carr Next FCC Chairman
Trump called Carr 'a warrior for free speech.'
BEAD
Former Trump NTIA Chief Says BEAD Shift From Fiber Possible
BEAD program director says he is 'not planning to leave' the NTIA under the next administration.
Trump Vance Administration
Ethics Laws May Complicate Elon Musk's Efforts to 'Delete' Regulation
Musk says he and President-elect Donald Trump have 'mandate to delete' regulations.
SpaceX
Levin: Elon Musk’s Growing Power Over U.S. Telecom Policy
Musk’s influence could drive changes to BEAD, spectrum policy, and the Universal Service Fund
Trump Vance Administration
Lawyer: Republican-Controlled FCC to Shift Telecom Landscape
Deregulation, M&A approvals, and tax policy changes set to reshape the industry under Trump.
SpaceX
Election Officials Knock Down Starlink Vote Rigging Conspiracy Theories
Some rural counties used Starlink technology during the 2024 race to access their electronic poll books.
Election 2024
Trump Says Musk, Ramaswamy Will Form Outside Group to Advise Government Efficiency
The acronym 'DOGE' is a nod to Elon Musk's cryptocurrency. Musk and Ramaswamy will partner with Office of Management and Budget.
Chips
Biden Funded Factories and Infrastructure, But Trump Might Get to Cut the Ribbons
Trump, rather than Biden, could get to tell Americans that he built the country back better.
Defense Department
Elon Musk's PAC Spent an Estimated $200 Million to Help Elect Trump, AP Source Says
America PAC was aided by a March ruling from the Federal Election Commission.
