The Trump administration has admitted to canceling clean-energy grants in states that voted for Kamala Harris, citing the states’ ‘political identity’ as the reason. This move has been met with criticism from Democratic lawmakers, who accuse the administration of abusing its power.
Background
In a federal court filing, officials stated that the Energy Department recommended terminating several billion dollars in grants for clean-energy projects based on the states’ ‘political identity’ and whether President Donald Trump won the vote there in the 2024 election. The Office of Management and Budget ultimately terminated 284 grants in October 2025.
Democratic lawmakers, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Maryland US Rep. Jamie Raskin, have condemned the administration’s actions, calling them ‘unprecedented Trumpism’ and a ‘deep betrayal of America.’ They argue that the move is a form of retribution against states that did not vote for President Trump.
The administration’s actions have sparked concerns about the use of federal funding as a means of punishing perceived political opponents. The move is seen as part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to exert its authority and influence over the federal spending process.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
