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Trump's forced coal plant extensions thrown out by judge

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What happened

The Department of Energy declared an "emergency" when none existed.

Key facts

  • Reported by Ars Technica and published Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:32:59 UTC.

Why it matters

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