FCC nominee Gigi Sohn withdraws, citing ‘cruel attacks’ in battle with cable and media industries

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Gigi Sohn, who was chosen by President Joe Biden to serve as telecommunications regulator to the Federal Communications Commission, said on Tuesday that she's withdrawing her nomination. During a 16-month battle with cable and media industry lobbyists, Sohn said she's been subject to "unrelenting, dishonest and cruel attacks" that have taken "an enormous toll" on her family. Sohn for her willingness to serve and her continued efforts to bridge the digital divide in America

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