On July 2, 2025, Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr delivered his first major speech since assuming the role under the Trump administration, focusing on the space economy as a key priority. Carr, who was appointed as FCC chairman in April 2025, outlined his plans for the agency, emphasizing the importance of space-related technologies and their potential to drive economic growth.
Carr’s speech detailed the FCC’s intentions to establish a framework for regulating emerging space activities, including satellite communications and orbital assets. He stressed the need for collaboration between government and private sector entities to foster innovation and ensure the U.S. maintains a leadership position in the global space economy. The speech also highlighted the potential for new regulatory policies to encourage investment and technological advancement in space-related sectors.
With the Trump administration’s focus on deregulation and promoting private enterprise, Carr’s initiative aligns with broader national strategies to stimulate economic growth through emerging technologies. The speech provided insight into the FCC’s future direction, which is expected to shape the regulatory landscape for space industries in the coming years.