US court blocks Biden administration net neutrality rules
SUMMARY
A U.S. appeals court has blocked the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) attempt to reinstate net neutrality rules, dealing a significant setback to President Biden's administration. The Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals ruled that broadband providers are likely to succeed in their legal challenge against the rules, which were initially adopted in 2015 under President Obama and later rescinded during the Trump administration. The court argued that the FCC has not met the high threshold required for imposing such regulations, noting that net neutrality might require clear congressional authorization. FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel expressed disappointment but vowed to continue fighting for net neutrality. The court has scheduled oral arguments for late October or early November. Net neutrality rules are designed to ensure that internet service providers treat all data equally, without blocking, slowing, or giving preferential treatment to certain content or users.
