United States — United States Department of Energy & Donald Trump
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United States — United States Department of Energy: The DOE admitted in court that grant cancellations were politically motivated, undermining its credibility and facing legal challenges.
Donald Trump: President Trump directed the politicized grant cancellations, using federal funding as a political tool against Democratic-leaning states.
Jul 24, 2026 · 6 articles
Regulatory
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy>>> is facilitating the repurposing of surplus plutonium for advanced nuclear technologies, aligning with the Trump administration's executive order.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump>>> signed an executive order to halt the disposal of surplus plutonium and instead make it available for advanced nuclear technologies.
May 26, 2026 · 12 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Energy: The DOE signed and promoted the deal, emphasizing nonproliferation and economic benefits for US industry.
Donald Trump: Trump approved the deal and later added the normalization condition, asserting his role as dealmaker; his stance may appeal to his base but complicates implementation.
Mar 09, 2018 · 305 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Energy: The DOE hosted mining schools and announced $100 million in grants to boost mining education.
Donald Trump: President Trump announced the $3 billion investment package and has made critical minerals a national security priority, driving policy and funding.
Mar 08, 2026 · 112 articles
Tech
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy supported the microreactor's development and announced its criticality, highlighting its role in advancing nuclear energy and the Trump administration's energy policy.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump's administration initiated the pilot program and signed executive orders to accelerate nuclear power development, directly influencing the regulatory environment that enabled this milestone.
Jun 05, 2026 · 8 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Energy: The U.S. Energy Department provided a $500 million grant for the smelter and has actively promoted the project, including sending an official to United States — Inola. Its support is crucial to the project's viability.
Donald Trump: President Trump endorsed Mike Mazzei and championed the smelter as a national security imperative, making the project a key political issue. His backing has elevated the project's profile but also tied it to the gubernatorial race.
Aug 07, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Energy: The Department of Energy provided a notable report on a 2015 intrusion at the United States — Pantex nuclear facility.
Donald Trump: President Trump signed the executive order mandating the release of UAP files, which is the basis for this disclosure.
Jul 10, 2026 · 7 articles
Regulatory
United States — United States Department of Energy: The DOE will provide supercomputers and datasets for the AI research initiative.
Donald Trump: President Trump's administration announced the initiative and a policy shift to fund individual scientists and AI over universities, asserting political accountability over federal research.
Jul 22, 2026 · 7 articles
Regulatory
United States — United States Department of Energy: The DOE has already stopped using ALARA, aligning with the NRC's direction and supporting the administration's nuclear goals.
Donald Trump: President Trump's executive order and push for nuclear expansion provide the political impetus for the NRC's proposal.
Jul 26, 2026 · 8 articles
Regulatory
United States — United States Department of Energy: Energy Secretary Chris Wright represented the department in supporting the waiver.
Donald Trump: President Trump approved the 90-day extension, balancing energy price concerns with domestic maritime industry pressure. His administration's actions aim to lower fuel prices ahead of midterm elections.
Aug 04, 2026 · 28 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy, through Secretary Chris Wright, has reported increased oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz and emphasized Washington's commitment to ensuring its continued openness.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as the US President, is a key figure in brokering the peace agreement with Iran and has publicly claimed success in reopening the Strait of Hormuz. He faces criticism from Republicans and some voters regarding the deal's terms and the costs of the war.
Apr 20, 2026 · 390 articles
Regulatory
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy announced and is managing a $75 million funding initiative for projects focused on recovering critical minerals from coal and coal byproducts, aiming to strengthen domestic supply chains.
Donald Trump: The announcement advances the Donald Trump Administration's efforts to strengthen the U.S. coal sector and unlock the value of coal as a domestic source of critical minerals.
Jul 01, 2026 · 6 articles
Regulatory
United States — United States Department of Energy: DOE provided information on radar mitigation techniques, noting trade-offs in detection thresholds.
Donald Trump: President Trump is the driving force behind halting offshore wind development, citing national security to advance his fossil fuel agenda.
Jul 16, 2026 · 10 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Energy: The DoE requested $768 million for nuclear security related to Iran.
Donald Trump: As US president, Trump has escalated the war, threatened Iranian infrastructure, and faced domestic political backlash over the conflict's costs and casualties.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy issued a report to justify the Donald Trump administration's repeal of the EPA's climate finding, but this report was later criticized by scientists and abandoned.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump>>> used the updated climate projections to blast the United Nations>>>'s climate committee on Truth Social>>>, misrepresenting the scientific findings as an admission of being 'WRONG! WRONG! WRONG!'
May 18, 2026 · 27 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy>>> loaned oil from the national security stockpile to ease market jitters, a measure to mitigate rising fuel prices.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as President of the United States, initiated the strikes against Iran, is involved in ongoing peace negotiations, and has made statements regarding the conflict's economic impact and potential resolution.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Energy: DOE terminated 283 grants from states that voted for Kamala Harris.
Donald Trump: Trump administration is defendant; its agencies used keyword screening to terminate grants, now challenged as unconstitutional.
Jul 21, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Energy: The Department of Energy co-issued the advisory, reflecting its concern for energy sector infrastructure. The department's involvement may lead to increased regulatory scrutiny.
Donald Trump: President Trump publicly downplayed Iran's involvement, blaming United States — Minnesota instead. His statements may influence public perception and policy responses.
Aug 19, 2026 · 10 articles
Regulatory
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy announced a $17.5 billion conditional loan program to support new nuclear power plant construction and strengthen the domestic supply chain for reactor components. This initiative aims to accelerate the development of nuclear energy in the United States.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump's previous administration utilized the Loan Programs Office for the Vogtle nuclear plant, which experienced delays and cost overruns. He has also set an aggressive goal for quadrupling U.S. nuclear capacity by 2050.
Jun 24, 2026 · 8 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy is included in the U.S. delegation, indicating its role in the nuclear cooperation discussions.
Donald Trump: President Donald Trump's summit with Lee Jae Myung in November established the security agreements that are now being formally negotiated, making him a foundational figure for the current negotiations.
May 28, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Energy: Releases official inventory data that influences oil prices.
Donald Trump: Trump is seeking a deal to end the war and ease oil prices. He has signaled optimism but also threatened strikes, creating uncertainty.
Mar 09, 2018 · 316 articles
Business
United States — United States Department of Energy: Provided electricity price data used in Reuters calculations.
Donald Trump: U.S. President prioritizing domestic manufacturing; hosted tech companies signing ratepayer protection pledge.
Apr 20, 2026 · 17 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy is investing in American workers, innovation, and domestic production of critical materials to counter China's rare earths dominance.
Donald Trump: As a former U.S. President, Donald Trump's administration pledged investments to counter China's rare earths control, and his 'Liberation Day' tariffs intensified China's efforts to guard its rare earths expertise.
Jun 01, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy provided a $500 million grant to the aluminum project, indicating federal support for critical minerals development. The lawsuit challenges a project that has received significant government backing.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump has endorsed the smelter project and also endorsed Gentner Drummond's political rival, adding a political dimension to the lawsuit. His involvement highlights the national debate on critical minerals and trade.
Jun 03, 2026 · 7 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Energy: The DOE raised its US crude production estimate for 2026, indicating potential future supply increases.
Donald Trump: US President threatened to target Iran's power stations and bridges.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Energy: Concluded that the Energy Policy Act of 2005 had minimal impact on energy conservation.
Donald Trump: Supports the bill and has indicated he would sign it into law, boosting its prospects.
Jul 14, 2026 · 51 articles
Regulatory
United States — United States Department of Energy: Rescinded its disparate impact guidance last year.
Donald Trump: The Trump administration's executive order prompted the rule change, part of broader civil rights rollbacks.
Jul 23, 2026 · 13 articles
Regulatory
United States — United States Department of Energy: Projected that data centers will consume up to 12% of U.S. electricity by 2028, highlighting the scale of energy demand.
Donald Trump: President Trump has warned states against regulating AI, arguing it hampers job growth and cedes ground to China. His stance contrasts with New York's moratorium.
Jul 14, 2026 · 192 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Energy: The United States — United States Department of Energy was created by Jimmy Carter to streamline American energy research, a policy contrasting with Donald Trump's 'drill, baby, drill' approach.
Donald Trump: Donald Trump, the President-elect of the United States, paid his respects to Jimmy Carter at the Capitol Rotunda and is expected to attend the Washington funeral.
Jan 09, 2025 · 10 articles
Domestic
United States — United States Department of Energy: Government agency employing former Log Cabin president; minor relevance.
Donald Trump: Former president and influential GOP figure; his administration's policies and appointments have shaped the party's direction on LGBTQ issues.
Aug 21, 2026 · 9 articles
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