Wheeler Still Isn't Making Commitment on When He Will Leave FCC
FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler said Monday he won't commit to stepping down at the start of the next administration, despite the agency’s win last week on net neutrality rules. He was asked at a National Press Club luncheon specifically about…
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whether he had changed his mind on the topic in light of the court’s ruling (see 1606140023) upholding the 2015 rules. Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel should be confirmed “standing on her own” for another term, Wheeler said. “I understand that it is traditional for the incoming president to have an opportunity to name the new FCC chairman. … As a fellow who studies history, I understand the precedent and I respect the precedent.” Wheeler also said emphatically the net neutrality rules won't lead to traditional rate regulation for broadband providers. "That's not changing." he said.