The Future of Net Neutrality Under Trump

The video discusses the concept of net neutrality, focusing on the rules established by the FCC in 2015 to prevent ISPs from creating fast and slow lanes for web traffic. With the election of Donald Trump, there is concern about potential changes to these rules. Experts Larry Downes and Berin Sake discuss the possible outcomes, including the role of the FCC and FTC, and the impact on companies like Netflix. They explore the likelihood of policy changes through the courts, Congress, or a new FCC chair, and debate the FCC's authority over broadband.

What was the main concern regarding net neutrality after the 2016 election?

• ISPs creating fast and slow lanes for web traffic

• Reduction in internet service costs

• Increased internet speeds for all users

• Expansion of broadband access to rural areas

What did Larry Downes suggest about the future of net neutrality rules?

• They will be completely abolished

• They will remain largely unchanged

• They will be expanded to include more regulations

• They will be enforced by a new agency

What role might the Federal Trade Commission play in net neutrality?

• Setting internet service prices

• Creating new internet regulations

• Enforcing existing net neutrality rules

• Providing internet services

What is a potential outcome if the FCC's authority is reexamined?

• The FCC could gain more power over broadband

• The FCC could merge with the Federal Trade Commission

• The FCC could lose authority over broadband

• The FCC could start providing internet services

What might Congress do regarding the FCC's authority over broadband?

• Eliminate the FCC's authority

• Clarify the FCC's authority

• Transfer authority to another agency

• Increase the FCC's authority