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FCC may kill $2B program that connects schools and libraries to Internet

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The FCC, led by Brendan Carr, is considering terminating a $2 billion program that provides internet access to schools and libraries, citing concerns over screen time, while facing accusations of overreach.

FCC may kill $2B program that connects schools and libraries to Internet
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Carr cites screen time concerns, is accused of trying to be "the nation’s parent."

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