The Supreme Court reviews a case challenging the legality of the Universal Service Fund, which subsidizes rural phone and internet services.

The Supreme Court is considering a case that challenges the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund (USF), a program that subsidizes phone and internet services in rural and underserved areas. Established by Congress and managed by a private nonprofit, the USF collects fees from telecommunications companies to support services in schools, libraries, and rural regions. Challengers argue the fee structure is illegal, while supporters emphasize the fund's bipartisan backing and its role in providing services for nearly three decades. The case could have broader implications for regulatory agencies and Congress's ability to delegate authority.