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Gigi Sohn

Gigi Beth Sohn, who is nominated for a commissioner spot with the Federal Communications Commission, appears at a U.S. Senate hearing. (Graphic by The Desk)

Gigi Sohn withdraws from nomination for FCC spot

Gigi Sohn, the Biden administration's pick to fill a vacancy at the FCC, has withdrawn her name from consideration.

Gigi Beth Sohn, who is nominated for a commissioner spot with the Federal Communications Commission, appears at a U.S. Senate hearing. (Graphic by The Desk)

FCC nominee wants DirecTV probed for dropping Newsmax

FCC commissioner nominee Gigi Sohn says the agency should scrutinize DirecTV for removing OAN and Newsmax.

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