Carr last week accused big tech firms including Meta, Alphabet, Apple and Microsoft of taking steps to censor AmericansUnder the US constitution, the Senate and the president share the power of appointing top administration officials. Typically, senators question nominees for secretary of defence and other top posts at public hearings before voting on their fitness for office.But Donald Trump wants the Senate to give up that gatekeeping role and allow him to make “recess appointments,” even though his Republicans will control the chamber next year with at least 52 seats.Republicans will control the House and the Senate by narrow margins next year, giving them little room for error if they want to go along with Trump’s proposal.In the Senate, Trump allies like Florida Senator Rick Scott quickly signaled support while other Republicans have said they are reluctant to surrender such a significant power. Continue reading…
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Publish date : 2024-11-18 12:15:38
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Donald Trump picks big tech critic and co-author of Project 2025 Brendan Carr to lead FCC – US politics live
