Trump Names Olivia Trusty as FCC Commissioner Nominee

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Ahead of his inauguration on Monday, President-elect Donald Trump has announced Olivia Trusty as his nominee for FCC Commissioner to replace the seat soon to be vacated by Democratic Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.

Since 2019, Trusty has served as a staffer for Sen. Roger Wicker (R-MS), including a role as Policy Director for the US Senate Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, Innovation, and the Internet. She previously worked on telecommunications and technology issues for the House Energy and Commerce Committee and served as Legislative Assistant to Rep. Bob Latta (R-OH).

Trusty holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a master’s degree in American Government from Georgetown University.

In a statement on Truth Social, Trump praised Trusty as someone who has, “Fought tirelessly to grow the Economy, empower Innovation, and reignite the American Dream.” He added, “Olivia will work with our incredible new Chairman of the FCC, Brendan Carr, to cut regulations at a record pace, protect Free Speech, and ensure every American has access to affordable and fast Internet.”

NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt stated, “NAB congratulates Olivia Trusty on her well-deserved nomination. As a senior staffer on the Armed Services and Commerce committees in both the Senate and House, Olivia has been heavily involved in every legislative debate impacting the broadcast industry for the past decade. In that capacity we have seen firsthand a work ethic, issue expertise and strategic acumen that will greatly benefit the FCC.”

“Further, she is intimately familiar with the vital role local television and radio stations play in communities nationwide and the significant regulatory obstacles our industry faces. Her deep understanding of these issues will be instrumental in fostering policies that enable broadcasters to innovate and better serve our communities.”

ACA Connects President and CEO Grant Spellmeyer commented, “I’ve followed Olivia’s work for more than a decade, dating back to her time with Congressman Latta. Her record of accomplishment at Senate Commerce and Senate Armed Services speaks for itself. ACA Connects and all our Members look forward to working with her and Chairman Brendan Carr to cut red tape, promote innovation in rural communities, and further empower America’s small and independent broadband providers to close the digital divide.”

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  1. I hold support for this nominee until I research her. So far I am pleased.

    My problem has been, is and will continue to be will there be sound oversight protecting consumers from companies like RCN, Excede/Viasat, AT&T, streaming channel etc. committing unscrupulous practices???

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