Use FCC license-transfer merger reviews and broadband framework against Big Tech power
Mandate’s overview stresses FCC authority over net-neutrality/broadband frameworks and that mergers involving wireless/broadcast license holders must obtain FCC approval—tools nested under the chapter’s Big Tech accountability agenda.
Mandate
Mandate Ch. 28 (FCC) — Overview/High-Profile Matters and Policy Priorities: FCC has addressed net neutrality rules and the regulatory framework for broadband offerings; any merger involving a wireless company, broadcaster, or similar FCC licensee must obtain FCC approval for license transfer; FCC needs new urgency on reining in Big Tech among four main goals.
Undo plan
1) Cabine license-transfer reviews to Communications Act public-interest factors—not open-ended viewpoint regulation of tech acquirers.
2) Separate Title II/net-neutrality broadband classification debates from social-media content disputes.
3) Require transparent merger conditions with sunsets and compliance reporting.
4) Coordinate DOJ/FTC antitrust clearance to avoid duplicative political conditions.
5) Verify: merger order conditions; vacated political conditions.