That’s because he authored the FCC chapter of the Heritage Foundation’s wishlist for a Donald Trump presidency. In that chapter, Carr proposes actions including: limiting immunity for tech companies under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act,

WASHINGTON—Brendan Carr expressed gratitude and eagerness to move forward on a range of issues in a statement Jan. 20 upon President Donald Trump’s order naming him Federal Communications Chairman.

As promised, President Donald Trump signed an order officially designating Brendan Carr as the new FCC Chairman.

As expected, President Trump signed an order Monday designating Commissioner Brendan Carr as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission.

I am honored that this talented team has agreed to join me in leading the FCC and ensuring that we deliver great results for the American people,” chairman Carr said. “They

Brendan Carr announced around a dozen new staff appointments in one of his first acts as Chairman of the FCC. This article, New FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announces staff appointments, was first published at The Desk.