World Energy Dept. Cancels $7.5 Billion for Hundreds of Projects, Mostly in Blue States October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Brad Plumer and Maxine JoselowComments Off on Energy Dept. Cancels $7.5 Billion for Hundreds of Projects, Mostly in Blue States The cuts largely affect Democratic-led states as the two parties fight over the shutdown of the federal government.