Michigan, 17 States File Lawsuit Against Trump Over Wind Energy Directive

A coalition of 18 state attorneys general, including those from Michigan and Massachusetts, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over a directive that indefinitely halts permitting and development of both onshore and offshore wind energy projects. The lawsuit alleges that the administration's decision lacks a reasoned explanation, reverses longstanding federal policy supporting renewable energy, and violates federal procedures required for permitting. States argue this pause threatens billions in investments, jeopardizes clean energy goals, and could drive up utility costs for consumers. The attorneys general contend that the halt undermines efforts to meet carbon emission reduction targets and directly contradicts the administration's stated goal of ensuring reliable domestic energy. They are seeking a court order to declare the directive illegal and prevent further delays in wind energy development, emphasizing the economic and environmental importance of renewable energy expansion.