Net neutrality dead on arrival? Here's what's next for the internet

Just two years after adopting its network neutrality rules, the Federal Communications Commission could be on the cusp of tearing them down. Recent comments by FCC Chairman Ajit Pai and Sen Ted Cruz (R-TX) tease out the underlying argument that the FCC and Republicans will use to dismantle the rules governing internet traffic: that the stricter regulations are just bad for business. It's a recurring theme in many of the actions that the Trump Administration has taken, from slashing funds that would support President Barack Obama's climate and water regulations to the revival of the Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines.

While it's not certain how they'll dismantle the 2015 rules -- whether it's a new rule-making process from the FCC or through legislation by Congress -- what's clear is they'll likely dangle the promise of a faster move to innovative services like 5G technology for consumers.