Tue, Jun 30

NEWS: President Trump can now axe energy agency leaders without explanation.

  • The ruling: Due to Monday's Supreme Court decision, US presidents can now sack the heads of independent agencies—without having to explain why (except for the Federal Reserve).

  • The concern: Energy experts think this ruling could impact organizations like FERC and the NRC. They’re worried the White House could sway officials to put politics over technical expertise.

  • Meanwhile in Congress, the House passed a gaggle of bipartisan bills geared toward grid upgrades and security (both physical and digital).

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