USF
Simington Urges Trump to Nominate Gavin Wax to FCC
The former day trader and MAGA activist built political clout through right-wing organizing.
FCC
The Federal Communications Commission is the regulator of telecommunications, television, wireless, cable, satellite and radio-frequency spectrum in in the United States.
Consumers’ Research
Growing Support for Assessing Big Tech to Fund Universal Service
SCOTUS is preparing to rule within weeks on a Constitutional challenge to the fund's structure.
Satellite
EU to Approve SES Acquisition of Intelsat, Sources Say
Satellite company still waiting on FCC approval.
FCC
Republican Majority Derailed as FCC Loses Two Members
Senate to accelerate confirmation of Trump nominee Olivia Trusty following Simington’s surprise exit.
Yvette Clarke
Lawmakers Warn Robocall Scams Surging as Trump Cuts Enforcement
Scam losses hit $12.5 billion as FTC, DOJ face deep staff cuts.
FCC
Simington Announces Early Exit from FCC
Commission to enter 1-1 partisan split with Simington and Starks stepping down
Spectrum
EchoStar Skips Another Multi-Million Dollar Interest Payment
Missed payments total over $500 million
FCC
FCC Requests $416 Million For Fiscal Year 2026
Agency plans on promoting high-speed internet.
Digital Inclusion
One Year Without the Affordable Connectivity Program
Without the broadband subsidy, families are facing harsh tradeoffs to stay connected.
Spectrum
GPS Vulnerabilities Prompt Industry Push for Backup Systems
The FCC is exploring terrestrial and space-based alternatives that could serve as backups when GPS fails.
Digital Inclusion
Industry Escalates Fight Against State Broadband ‘Rate Regulation’
ACA Connects study predicts steep investment drop; while major trade groups urge DOJ to preempt state laws
Rural
FCC Approves Sale of TDS Networks in Western Colorado
ISP made $18 million on sale to Elevate.
SpaceX
SpaceX Accelerates GPS Satellite Launch, Aims to Boost Navigation Systems
The latest GPS III satellite enhances positioning accuracy and modernizes aging GPS constellation.
Digital Inclusion
SHLB, More Than 80 Others Urge House Not to Repeal Hotspot Order
The Senate passed its resolution against the rule eariler this month.
Democracy
Gomez Sounds Alarm on Trump-Era ‘Campaign to Chill Speech’
On First Amendment Tour, commissioner urges FCC to ‘pivot away from sham investigations.’
Spectrum
EchoStar Pushes Back on SpaceX Bid to Open Satellite Spectrum
The FCC had sought comment on claims that EchoStar was underusing spectrum.
