West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey announced a significant change to the federally funded broadband program, aligning the state with the Trump administration's initiative. This marks the first instance of a state altering its approach under the new federal direction, which supports satellite internet over traditional fiber-optic solutions. While the $42 billion program aims to connect 22 million Americans lacking internet access, experts assert that fiber remains the most efficient method. Critics argue this change serves the interests of Elon Musk and his Starlink company, transforming a carefully planned grant initiative into a perceived handout.
The redesign of the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program undermines efforts to provide efficient internet service via fiber-optic technology, favoring satellite options instead.
Critics view the push by the Trump administration as a handout to tech mogul Elon Musk, undermining established plans for expanding high-speed internet access.
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