Trump Vance Administration
Trump and Musk Aren't the First to Make Deep Cuts
More than 30 years ago, a Clinton-era 'Reinventing Government' saved billions
Fiber
AT&T Copper Retirement Plan Would Undercut Universal Service, CWA Warns
The telecom giant will not offer fiber to many copper customers, potentially jeopardizing broadband access.
Democracy
3 Former FCC Chairmen Condemn Brendan Carr’s Threats Targeting Media Outlets
Carr shrugs off the criticism, saying: ‘I feel bad for the three of them’
Expert Opinion
Joe Supan: The Rise and Inevitable Downfall of 7,000 Starlink Satellites
Elon Musk's internet satellites have been a game changer for Rural America, but scientists are alarmed by plans to launch thousands more.
Satellite
Think Tank: U.S. Space Assets Highly Vulnerable to Russia, China
U.S. security efforts in space have not kept up with foreign threats, Council on Foreign Relations says.
Trump Vance Administration
Elon Musk Calls for the U.S. to 'Delete Entire Agencies'
Elon Musk's appearance on Thursday comes as he and DOGE have consolidated control over large swaths of the government.
BEAD Data
Some Red States Don’t Want Too Much Satellite for BEAD
'We’re hoping the administration's change is not just ‘Let’s give it all to satellite, and then the problem’s over,' said Montana's broadband officer.
All in podcast
Elon Musk Dodges DOGE Scrutiny While Expanding Power
It is unclear whether Elon Musk has sworn an oath to the Constitution, just like other federal workers.
Trump Vance Administration
Federal Judge Blocks DOGE From Accessing Sensitive Treasury Department Material
The Saturday morning action blocked Elon Musk's team from accessing bank account information for millions of Americans.
Energy
OpenAI Looks Across U.S. for Sites to Build Its Stargate AI Data Centers
The maker of ChatGPT put out an RFP for land, electricity, engineers and architects in Oregon, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.
Satellite
Where’s Elon? U.S. Chamber Names Amazon Exec to Head New Space Council
Council will advise legal and governmental actors on promoting a competitive space industry.
Trump Vance Administration
Musk Uses X Ownership and White House Status to Intimidate Detractors
'This is a combination of economic, media and political power that I believe has never been seen before in any democracy.'
Fiber
Fiber Broadband Association Voices Confidence About Fiber's Role in BEAD
GOP lawmakers have signaled a desire to increase participation from fixed wireless and satellite.
AI
Judge Permits Trial on Musk's Attempt to Stop OpenAI From Becoming For-Profit
Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers says Elon Musk's claims of harm from OpenAI are a 'stretch' but welcomes a possible trial.
Satellite
Ontario Leader Targeted Starlink in Trade Dispute with U.S.
The ban was related to Musk’s connection to the U.S.-Canada tariffs
Trump Vance Administration
Elon Musk Tightens Grip on Federal Government as Democrats Raise Alarms
Musk has created an alternative power structure inside the federal government for the purpose of cutting spending and pushing out employees.
