Trump clears Maine and South Dakota wind farms to sway Democratic support for permitting bill
The Trump administration approved wind projects in Maine and South Dakota, aiming to win backing from Senate Democrats for a bipartisan permitting reform bill.
A White House official confirmed that the Department of War has signed off on its first batch of wind projects still under review. The moves target resistance from Senate Democrats who have been holding back the bipartisan infrastructure and permitting reform legislation. By approving projects in Maine and South Dakota, the administration hopes to demonstrate commitment to renewable energy and secure the vote needed for the bill.
Why it matters
The approvals aim to secure Democratic votes for a key permitting reform bill affecting U.S. energy and AI policy.
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