April 10, 2025: 11:00 p.m.:
April 10, 2025: DOT, DOI, DOE, FEMA Highlights
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The Department of the Interior announced it will no longer require environmental impact statements for approximately 3,244 oil and gas leases across seven Western states, aiming to expedite energy development.
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Kathleen Sgamma withdrew her nomination to lead the Bureau of Land Management after past criticisms of President Trump’s role in the January 6 Capitol events resurfaced, highlighting internal loyalty dynamics within the administration.
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The Department of Energy reported that over 2,600 employees accepted voluntary resignation offers as part of a federal downsizing initiative, potentially impacting key offices related to renewable energy and grid deployment.
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FEMA’s abrupt termination of the BRIC disaster-preparedness program has jeopardized funding for projects in several states, including a $47.5 million flood-protection initiative in Bridgeport, Connecticut, drawing bipartisan criticism.
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Lawmakers have raised concerns over potential conflicts of interest involving Elon Musk’s dual roles as a senior adviser to President Trump and CEO of companies under federal investigation, prompting calls for transparency from the Department of Transportation.
