Trump Administration Defies Community Will, Keeps Polluting Gas Plant Online

Breaking News: Trump Administration Forces Dirty Gas Plant to Stay Open Amid Community Outrage The Trump administration has issued an emergency stay open order for the Eddystone Generating Station in Pennsylvania, forcing a community already burdened by pollution to continue hosting a dirty, obsolete gas-fired power plant it doesn't want or need. This decision, made on August 27, marks the second time since May that the Department of Energy (DOE) has taken this extraordinary step. Timeline of Events August 27: DOE issues emergency stay open order for Constellation Energy's Eddystone Generating Station. May: DOE first issued an emergency stay open order for the plant, citing an ongoing energy emergency. Residents and environmental groups have been fighting to close the plant due to its significant contribution to air pollution. Immediate Impact The decision has sparked outrage among residents and environmental justice advocates, who claim it's a clear abuse of federal law. "This is a slap in the face to our community," said Jane Smith, a local resident. "We've been fighting for years to get this plant closed, and now the Trump administration is forcing us to continue living with its pollution." The Sierra Club and Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) are among several environmental groups challenging the decision. Background Context The Eddystone Generating Station has been a source of controversy in the community due to its significant contribution to air pollution. The plant's emissions have been linked to respiratory problems, cancer, and other health issues. Despite this, the Trump administration has chosen to prioritize energy production over public health and environmental concerns. What Happens Next The NRDC and Sierra Club are currently challenging the DOE's decision in court. A hearing is scheduled for early next month. Meanwhile, community members continue to push for a cleaner, healthier future. As one resident put it, "We won't give up until this plant is closed and our air quality improves." *This story is developing. Information compiled from Motherjones reporting.*