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Democrats plan to push clean energy to lower bills and challenge Trump’s fossil fuel agenda

Democrats plan to push clean energy to lower bills and challenge Trump’s fossil fuel agenda

Some Democrats are promising to push for more clean energy to help tackle rising energy costs when they take control of Congress in January
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Victor Davis Hanson and Carol Roth Discuss Economic and Political Outlook Following Midterm Elections

Victor Davis Hanson and Carol Roth Discuss Economic and Political Outlook Following Midterm Elections

On November 6, 2026, Hoover Institution senior fellow Victor Davis Hanson and former investment banker Carol Roth appeared on The Glenn Beck Program to discuss the economic and political ramifications of the recent midterm elections. The discussion followed a significant drop in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, described as its biggest hit since the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in substantial losses for average 401(k) accounts. This economic downturn was attributed to Democrats regaining a majority in Congress, leading to concerns about potential policy changes. Specifically, there are threats to target AI data centers and President Trump's energy deals. Hanson and Roth analyzed what the next two years might look like for President Trump, who will now have to contend with a Democrat-controlled House and Senate, and how these political shifts could impact the affordability crisis.
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Senate Passes Bill to Reshape College Sports Rules, Senator Tuberville Expresses Opposition

Senate Passes Bill to Reshape College Sports Rules, Senator Tuberville Expresses Opposition

Senate Passes Bill to Reshape College Sports Rules, Senator Tuberville Expresses Opposition
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Hull Street Energy Acquires FirstLight's U.S. Hydropower Fleet, Including Northfield Mountain Plant Operating on Expired License

Hull Street Energy Acquires FirstLight's U.S. Hydropower Fleet, Including Northfield Mountain Plant Operating on Expired License

Hull Street Energy Acquires FirstLight's U.S. Hydropower Fleet, Including Northfield Mountain Plant Operating on Expired License
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Federal Regulators Threaten License Revocation for Nonoperational New York Hydropower Plant

Federal Regulators Threaten License Revocation for Nonoperational New York Hydropower Plant

A hydropower plant in Herkimer County, New York, faces potential license revocation from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) due to its nonoperational status since 2006. The 1.68-megawatt facility on West Canada Creek has fallen into disrepair, and despite multiple demand letters from federal regulators between 2020 and 2021 requesting repair plans and operational timelines, the facility remains largely abandoned. Site inspections confirmed its unsatisfactory condition, and attempts by third parties to relicense the plant ultimately failed. FERC formally initiated license termination proceedings on October 8, 2026, under implied surrender, setting a deadline of November 9, 2026, for interested parties to file protests or comments. This situation highlights a broader national issue where hundreds of small hydroelectric plants are nonoperational due to financial constraints and complex compliance rules, preventing necessary upgrades for modern environmental regulations like flow monitoring system...
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Brattle and Pew Report Highlights $614 Billion Savings Potential from Distributed Energy Resources in U.S.

Brattle and Pew Report Highlights $614 Billion Savings Potential from Distributed Energy Resources in U.S.

A new report by The Brattle Group for The Pew Charitable Trusts indicates that removing barriers and advancing policies for distributed energy resources (DERs) could save the U.S. power system an estimated $614 billion through 2050. DERs include distributed solar, battery storage, and demand flexibility like managed EV charging, utilized by residential, commercial, and industrial customers. This expansion of DERs could offset approximately half of projected household electricity bill increases, excluding inflation. The report, titled 'The National Case for a More Distributed Power Grid: New Evidence on Affordability and Demand Growth,' suggests that addressing key policy barriers could more than quadruple U.S. DER capacity, adding over 400 gigawatts (GW) by 2050, equivalent to nearly one-third of the country's current power generation fleet. This would reduce the risk and costs associated with overbuilding conventional energy infrastructure due to uncertain future electricity demands.
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U.S. Representative Gabe Amo Celebrates Revolution Wind Project Reaching Full Operation in Rhode Island

U.S. Representative Gabe Amo Celebrates Revolution Wind Project Reaching Full Operation in Rhode Island

Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI) has announced the full commercial operation of the Revolution Wind project, an offshore wind farm located approximately 15 miles south of Rhode Island. This 704-megawatt project, featuring 65 turbines, is designed to generate enough electricity to power an estimated 350,000 homes and businesses across Rhode Island and Connecticut. Congressman Amo highlighted the project as a significant achievement for Rhode Island's 'Blue Economy' and the region's clean energy future. He noted that the construction phase created over 1,000 union jobs and emphasized the lasting benefits it will bring to Rhode Island families and businesses by leveraging the state's natural resources and skilled workforce. Amo, a prominent advocate for the Blue Economy in Congress, recently concluded his second Blue Economy Tour, engaging with various stakeholders to promote a sustainable economy centered on ocean resources and maritime heritage.
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OpenAI Commits to Full Data Center Electricity Costs and Proposes AI Policy Recommendations Amidst New Legislative Landscape

OpenAI Commits to Full Data Center Electricity Costs and Proposes AI Policy Recommendations Amidst New Legislative Landscape

OpenAI Commits to Full Data Center Electricity Costs and Proposes AI Policy Recommendations Amidst New Legislative Landscape
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Ørsted's Revolution Wind Project Achieves Full Commercial Operation Despite Trump Administration Obstacles

Ørsted's Revolution Wind Project Achieves Full Commercial Operation Despite Trump Administration Obstacles

Ørsted's 704-megawatt Revolution Wind farm, a 50:50 partnership with Global Infrastructure Partners, has reached full commercial operation off the coast of Rhode Island. This milestone was announced by Ørsted on Thursday, confirming that the project is now supplying power to Connecticut and Rhode Island. The project, which began construction in 2023, faced significant delays due to two stop-work orders issued by the Trump administration. These orders cited security risks, specifically concerns about interference with military radar, although a federal judge rejected these arguments and allowed work to continue. Despite the project's completion, the Trump administration continued its efforts to halt Revolution Wind, with attorneys for the Interior Department seeking to rescind prior approvals for the project's construction plan in October. This request remains pending before U.S. District Court Judge Royce C. Lamberth in Washington D.C., who has previously sided with developers against the administration. R...
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PG Makes Voluntary Payments to San Luis Obispo County Agencies Amidst Diablo Canyon Tax Dispute

PG Makes Voluntary Payments to San Luis Obispo County Agencies Amidst Diablo Canyon Tax Dispute

PG Makes Voluntary Payments to San Luis Obispo County Agencies Amidst Diablo Canyon Tax Dispute
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Governor Shapiro Administration Expedites Three Key Energy Projects in Pennsylvania

Governor Shapiro Administration Expedites Three Key Energy Projects in Pennsylvania

The Shapiro Administration has successfully advanced three significant energy projects in Pennsylvania through PJM's first Expedited Interconnection Track (EIT). These projects, representing 68% of the total proposed capacity selected across the PJM region, are expected to add a combined 1.7 gigawatts (GW) of energy generation and storage capacity by mid-2029, sufficient to power nearly 900,000 homes. Two of these projects are battery storage facilities, contributing 1.36 GW of clean energy storage, while the third involves an expansion of an existing natural gas power plant. Governor Shapiro has consistently advocated for faster grid connections, enhanced reliability, and consumer protection against rising electricity costs. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) have supported these projects through the expedited review and permitting processes. This initiative is part of a broader effort to accelerate energy generation an...
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Live results: Alaska Senate election tight with more ballots to count

Live results: Alaska Senate election tight with more ballots to count

Democrat Mary Peltola and GOP Sen. Dan Sullivan are locked in a tight race for U.S. Senate in Alaska. See the live results here.