Trump’s coal rescue could leave taxpayers with a staggering $117 million bill

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestylePresident Donald Trump looks on during a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in the Oval Office of the White House (AFP/Getty)The Trump administration has extended the operational life of coal plants nationwide and provided hundreds of millions in federal funding to support the coal industry. Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers stated that these actions could cost Americans billions, including $117 million in Wisconsin, by increasing energy bills without demonstrated need. The administration used emergency authorities to prolong the life of plants like the Campbell Power Plant in Michigan, which critics argue is an abuse of power and sets a bad precedent. Environmental groups estimate these extensions have already cost Americans over $405 million and have led to lawsuits from impacted states and critics. Beyond extending plant life, the administration has allocated $700 million for new coal plants, opened federal land for leasing, and rolled back environmental regulations concerning coal ash, wastewater, and emissions.In fullTrump ordered coal plants to stay in operation. It’s costing taxpayers in one state $117 millionMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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