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The Supreme Court ruling that could kill net neutrality
Jul 25, 2024
In this insightful discussion, Sarah Jeong, editor at The Verge and a technology policy expert, dives into the seismic shifts following the Supreme Court's recent ruling. She explains how the overturning of Chevron deference could spell doom for net neutrality, reshaping the relationship between regulatory agencies and the judiciary. They explore the potential ideological battles looming as net neutrality cases may soon escalate to the Supreme Court, alongside the political tensions affecting judicial decisions and the unpredictable nature of the regulatory landscape.
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- The Supreme Court's overturning of Chevron deference shifts regulatory power from agencies to courts, impacting net neutrality and various regulations.
- The removal of Chevron deference raises concerns about judicial politicization and unpredictability in legal decisions, particularly affecting net neutrality.
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The Fight Over Net Neutrality and the Loperbrite v. Raimondo Case
The podcast delves into the ongoing battle for net neutrality and the repercussions of the Loperbrite v. Raimondo case, which challenged the long-standing Chevron deference. The Biden FCC reinstated net neutrality as law, leading to telecom companies' discontent and subsequent lawsuits. With the Supreme Court overturning Chevron deference, the focus shifts to court interpretations rather than FCC decisions, hinting at a major shift in regulatory power.
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