The Supreme Court of the United States has affirmed the authority of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to levy fines through its own enforcement mechanisms, a decision that marks a significant legal win for the agency. This 8-1 ruling comes as a setback for telecom giants AT&T and Verizon, who challenged the FCC's procedures on the grounds that they infringed upon their constitutional right...
In a significant move to bolster the coal industry, US President Donald Trump has unveiled a $700 million federal initiative. This program, leveraging the Defense Production Act—usually reserved for national emergencies—aims to support and expand coal-fired power plants across the country. Over a dozen existing plants in multiple states will receive funding to maintain operations, restart inactive facilities, and develop new infrastructure related to...