Trump halts work on an offshore wind project that's 80% complete, citing unspecified 'national security interests'

business • 8/23/2025

Revolution Wind was expected to be Rhode Island and Connecticut’s first commercial-scale offshore wind farm, capable of powering more than 350,000 homes.

The Trump administration halted construction on a nearly complete offshore wind project near Rhode Island as the White House continues to attack the battered U.S. offshore wind industry that scientists say is crucial to the urgent fight against clima... [4140 chars]