US President Donald J. Trump has signed an order designating Commissioner Brendan Carr as Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).Chairman Carr released the following statement in response to his appointment: "I am deeply grateful to President Trump and honored by his decision to designate me as Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission. Having served at the FCC for over a dozen years, including my tenure as General Counsel, I am humbled by the opportunity to lead the agency.The FCC has critical work ahead, addressing issues from tech and media regulation to fostering economic growth and job creation through initiatives on spectrum, infrastructure, and the burgeoning space economy. We will also continue to prioritize advancing America?ÇÖs national security interests and protecting consumers.I look forward to accelerating the FCC?ÇÖs efforts on these fronts and collaborating with the Trump Administration, my colleagues on the Commission, the talented FCC staff, and Congress to deliver meaningful results for the American people.?Ç¥