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FCC Commissioner Starks Resigns, Boosting Republican Majority Plans

3/18/2025

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FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks is stepping down this spring, earning accolades from his peers. His resignation could pave the way for FCC Chair Brendan Carr to secure a Republican majority sooner than anticipated. With President Trump’s nominee, Olivia Trusty, pending Senate approval, Carr may soon push through partisan policies with greater ease.

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FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks is stepping down this spring, earning accolades from his peers. His resignation could pave the way for FCC Chair Brendan Carr to secure a Republican majority sooner than anticipated. With President Trump’s nominee, Olivia Trusty, pending Senate approval, Carr may soon push through partisan policies with greater ease.