Senate panel approves Trump’s anti-tech nominee to head FCC

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Federal Communications Commission nominee Nathan Simington, known for his criticism of social media, was approved by a Senate panel on Wednesday, making him one step closer to leading the agency that oversees most broadcasters.

The Senate Commerce Committee voted 14-12 to approve Simington, who was nominated by President Trump in September.

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