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Decoder with Nilay Patel

The Supreme Court ruling that could kill net neutrality

Jul 25, 2024
Verge editor Sarah Jeong discusses how a recent Supreme Court ruling may affect net neutrality and other regulations. The overturning of Chevron deference has significant implications, especially for broadband, right to repair, and the environment. The podcast explores the potential consequences of this ruling and the uncertain future of net neutrality regulations.
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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.

Deep dives

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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