GENACHOWSKI NAMED OBAMA'S CHOICE TO BECOME FCC CHAIRMAN

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President Barack Obama announced that he will nominate Julius Genachowski to become the FCC's chairman. Officials said it's unclear how long it will take for the Senate to vote on the nomination. Commissioner Michael Copps may remain the acting chairman for months. Genachowski's confirmation seems all but certain. A wild card is whether Senate Republicans will insist that Obama also nominate someone to fill the GOP FCC seat left open by the departure of Chairman Kevin Martin. "A three-one Democratic commission just won't fly on Capitol Hill," an industry official said. The White House announcement described Genachowski as a "technology executive and entrepreneur with strong experience in both the private sector and public service." A law school friend of Obama's, he was a important adviser to the election campaign and the transition team. nn" He will bring to the job diverse and unparalleled experience in communications and technology, with two decades of accomplishment in the private sector and public service," Obama said. "I know him as the son of immigrants who carries a deep appreciation for this country and the American dream." Chairman Jay Rockefeller, D-W.Va., of the Senate Commerce Committee said, "There is no question that Julius Genachowski has the experience and credentials to successfully reinvigorate the FCC. I commend President Obama for nominating someone who is completely committed to making technology accessible to all Americans." Many industry groups put out statements praising the choice. So did the three current FCC members. "I look forward to the prospect of working with him on a communications agenda focused on serving consumers and the public interest," Copps said. "He will find here a talented and energized team of public servants committed to precisely this goal."