FCC Nominees' Senate Confirmation Hearing Likely Nov. 17: Cantwell

The Senate Commerce Committee plans a confirmation hearing around Nov. 17 for FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel and Democratic commission nominee Gigi Sohn, as expected (see 2111010061), committee Chair Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., told us Monday. Nov. 17 is the likeliest date for the meeting, but it could happen “the day before or the day after,” Cantwell said. It will certainly happen “that week.” The hearing may also include NTIA administrator nominee Alan Davidson, but that hasn’t been finalized, she said. Senate Democrats hope to fast-track confirmation during the limited legislative time left this year following President Joe Biden’s nomination of the trio last week (see 2110260076).