POLITICO Energy
How blue states are fighting back against Trump’s anti-wind power moves
May 7, 2025
A coalition of nearly 20 Democratic states is challenging the Trump administration's efforts to block wind energy projects. They argue these federal actions jeopardize jobs and climate goals. The battle highlights significant legal disputes and the impact on the offshore wind industry, particularly the Empire Wind Project. Recent Senate measures targeting pollution rules showcase the ongoing tension between state initiatives and federal energy policies. Tune in for insights on renewable energy's future amid political strife.
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- A coalition of 17 Democratic states filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to protect the viability of wind energy projects.
- The lawsuit highlights concerns over economic growth and environmental goals due to the administration's actions threatening the wind industry.
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Legal Challenges Against Trump Administration's Wind Policies
A coalition of 17 Democratic states and the District of Columbia has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for its actions to halt wind energy development in the U.S. The lawsuit alleges that the administration's early directives and subsequent moves to suspend leasing and permitting of onshore and offshore wind projects are arbitrary and unlawful. The states argue that these actions are threatening jobs, investments, and their initiatives to combat climate change. They are seeking a judicial declaration that marks these federal orders as unlawful, aimed at protecting the viability of the wind industry, which currently generates about 10% of the nation's electricity.
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