Trump declared war on renewables

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1. 9d ago

   States sue Trump administration over wind farm cancellations

   U.S. states are filing lawsuits after President Donald Trump ordered the federal government to pay billions of dollars to halt wind energy projects. This legal pushback follows the administration's previous actions to freeze clean energy funding and restrict federal permitting. While the federal government attempts to stop these developments, some regional entities continue to seek energy independence from these policies.

   Why it matters

   The Trump administration has categorized renewable energy as a scam. This policy shift creates a conflict between federal directives and state-level energy goals.

   Still unconfirmed

   • President Trump directed the U.S. government to pay billions to stop wind energy projects from going forward.

   What to watch next

   • Court rulings on state lawsuits regarding wind farm cancellations
   • Further federal actions on clean energy funding freezes
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   1. www.csmonitor.com — Here’s where Trump has canceled wind farms – and how states are pushing back
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2. 12d ago

   Trump Administration Targets Renewable Energy

   President Trump has labeled renewable energy a scam. His administration has frozen billions in clean energy funding and restricted federal permitting. Former Interior Secretary Ken Salazar is calling for cross-border unity to reverse these policies.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Former Interior Secretary Ken Salazar's memoir calls for unity across the border to reverse Trump administration policies.
   Sources used for this update (3)

   1. Q&A: Ken Salazar wants Democrats to look south on climate
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   3. Germany Sees Wind and Solar Overtake Fossil Fuels
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3. 37d ago

   Trump Administration Targets Renewable Energy Sector

   President Trump has launched a series of attacks against wind and solar power, describing renewables as a scam. The administration has tightened federal permitting and frozen billions in clean energy funding. Despite these measures, some reports indicate the sector remains resilient.

   What's confirmed:

   • President Trump stated the U.S. will not approve solar or wind power projects.
   • The administration tightened federal permitting for renewable energy.
   • Trump has referred to renewable energy as a "con job" and the "scam of the century".

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The U.S. generated more power from renewables than gas in April 2026.
   • Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" targets clean energy and raises utility costs.
   Sources used for this update (15)

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