Democratic governors demand Trump resume offshore wind project near Rhode Island
Summary
A wind farm project off the coasts of Rhode Island and Connecticut is facing delays after the Trump administration stopped construction. Officials say they need to review the project due to unspecified national security concerns. Local governors and union workers are urging the project to continue, citing job loss and increased electricity prices.Key Facts
- The wind farm is called Revolution Wind and is nearly 80% finished.
- The Trump administration halted the project, mentioning national security concerns but did not detail them.
- Rhode Island and Connecticut governors believe the project is critical for jobs and climate goals.
- The wind farm could provide power for over 350,000 homes at a fixed rate for 20 years.
- Around 1,000 union workers are employed by the project, risking job loss from the halt.
- The developer, Orsted, is considering legal options due to the stoppage.
- The location of the wind farm is more than 15 miles south of the Rhode Island coast.
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