Leaked doc reveals the chaotic politics behind Trump Energy Department cuts

The leaked document reveals the chaotic politics behind the Trump administration's cuts to the Department of Energy (DOE) awards. The analysis shows that states that voted for President Biden in the 2020 election were disproportionately affected by the cancellation of DOE projects. However, not all blue-state projects were cut, suggesting that politics might have played a role in the decision-making process. The document indicates that the Trump administration's approach to energy awards was influenced by political considerations, with projects in Democratic-leaning states facing a higher risk of being canceled. This raises concerns about the potential politicization of the DOE's funding decisions and the impact on scientific research and energy innovation across the country. The article highlights the need for transparency and impartiality in the allocation of government funding, as well as the importance of ensuring that scientific and technological progress are not unduly influenced by partisan politics.