Congress
Blumenthal Probes FCC’s ‘Intrusive Investigations’ Into Media Firms
Senate Democrat wants answers on FCC investigations into Comcast, ABC, CBS, NBC, NPR, and PBS.
Chips
Trump Says Tariff Threat Drove U.S. Investments, Blasts Biden on Energy
'You should get rid of the CHIPS Act and whatever’s left over, Mr. Speaker, you should use it to reduce debt.'
Rural
House Hearing to Explore Rural Broadband Deployment
The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, March 5
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’
12 Days of Broadband
The 'Little Tech Agenda' Becomes a Manifesto for Trump 2.0
Deregulation, spending cuts, H1-B visas for legal immigration. Are these now Trump administration policy?
12 Days of Broadband
New Year, New FCC Chair
Brendan Carr has supported a deregulatory stance toward ISPs.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on January 8, 2025 – Recapping Biden Administration's Legacy on Broadband Infrastructure
Join us for a comprehensive discussion on the achievements and lessons around broadband in the Biden Administration.
12 Days of Broadband
Broadband Breakfast Person of the Year: Elon Musk
In our view, without Musk’s support, Trump would not have won the presidency.
digital equity
DEI is Dead… But Will ‘Digital Equity’ Programs Shutter?
Why digital equity broadband programs may still continue under the coming Trump administration.
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
Election 2024
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.
Defense
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.
Democracy
Flood of Misinformation Raises Future Election Concerns: Experts
At the same time, the U.S. election was largely trouble-free.
Energy and Commerce
FCC’s Carr Sends Message to Big Tech
Also says FCC needs to ensure broadcasters serve the public interest
Election 2024
World Leaders, But Not D.C. Trade Groups, Rush to Congratulate Trump
Seems some D.C. trade groups needed extra time to assess impact of Tuesday’s vote.
Election 2024
Trump Wins the White House in Political Comeback
The victory validates his bare-knuckle approach to politics. The results cap a historically tumultuous and competitive election season.
