Loyaan Egal
Chief of the Enforcement Bureau at the Federal Communications Commission, with prior experience as an Assistant U.S. Attorney and at DOJ's National Security Division overseeing telecommunications foreign investment issues; led creation of the FCC's fraud-focused Universal Service Fund Strike Force and now oversees enforcement actions involving national security, supply chain, and data protection.
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Jan 4, 2026 • 55min
Lawfare Archive: How the FCC is Tackling National Security with Enforcement Bureau Chief Loyaan Egal
Loyaan Egal, Chief of the Enforcement Bureau at the FCC, brings a wealth of experience from the DOJ and telecommunications law. He dives into the FCC's crucial role in U.S. national security, exploring how they oversee undersea cables and tackle election interference via AI. Egal addresses the rise in enforcement actions since 2018, the unique challenges of cybersecurity, and the implications of telecom supply chains. He also discusses the battle against robocalls and fraud, emphasizing the evolving nature of threats in the communications landscape.
Oct 9, 2024 • 54min
Lawfare Daily: How the FCC is Tackling National Security with Enforcement Bureau Chief Loyaan Egal
Loyaan Egal, the Chief of the Enforcement Bureau at the FCC, dives into the agency's pivotal role in national security. He discusses the FCC's initiatives on cybersecurity, focusing on cutting-edge issues like undersea cables and AI-driven election interference. Egal highlights the importance of telecom companies in protecting sensitive data and the collaborative efforts with agencies like Team Telecom. Listeners will gain insight into how the FCC is evolving to tackle emerging threats and enhance communication security.
