Geoffrey Starks has confirmed he will step down from his commissioner role at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the coming months.

In a statement, Starks, a member of the Democratic party, confirmed that he will leave his postion this Spring.

Starks didn't specify a reason for his departure, though Bloomberg reported that he has been looking to leave for a number of months.

“Today I sent a letter to the President and Leader Schumer indicating that I intend to resign my seat as a Commissioner this spring. Serving the American people as a commissioner on the Federal Communications Commission has been the honor of my life," said Starks.

"With my extraordinary fellow commissioners and the incredible career staff at the agency, we have worked hard to connect all Americans, promote innovation, protect consumers, and ensure national security. Over the next few weeks, I look forward to working with the chairman and my fellow commissioners, and all FCC staff, to further the mission of the agency."

Starks was nominated by President Donald Trump in 2018, before the Senate confirmed him the following year.

He was then renominated by President Joe Biden for a new term and confirmed by the Senate in 2023. His current term was set to expire in 2027.

Stark's departure from the FCC comes amid a time of change for the regulator since President Trump began his second term.

Trump appointed former Commissioner Brendan Carr as Chair of the FCC towards the end of last year, as former Chair Jessica Rosenworcel departed.

It also means there are two vacancies on the five-person commission, although one is expected to be filled by Olivia Trusty, a Senate Commerce aide, and the White House’s nominee to fill a third Republican seat at the agency.

Other commissioners include Democrat Anna Gomez and Republican Nathan Simington.

Bloomberg also reported that Starks has clashed with Carr over Verizon's diversity initiatives ahead of its $20 billion deal to buy Frontier.