The Senate has confirmed telecom lobbyist Robert McDowell to the Federal Communications Commission. With McDowell on board, Republicans have regained a majority on the FCC for the first time in 14 months. The FCC is now expected to begin tackling a number of contentious issues, including changes to the country’s media ownership limits.
Senate Confirms Telecom Lobbyist to FCC
HeadlineMay 31, 2006