Politicized Grant Cuts: Administration Admits Targeting Democratic States

The administration admitted canceling $7.5B in clean-energy grants purely for political targeting of Democratic states, a stark example of executive overreach. The new funding deal delays a rule on grant politicization, indicating ongoing controversy. Panel discussion notes lack of outcry and slow court response, raising concerns about eroded checks and balances. This could become a major midterm issue if Democrats connect it to voters' interests.