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Willie Phillips Resigns, Trump Poised to Regain FERC Majority

4/22/2025

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Willie Phillips, a Democratic commissioner of the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, has stepped down, paving the way for President Trump to nominate a Republican and regain a majority. Phillips, who was appointed by Biden, had intended to resign prior to the White House's request. Trump's agenda continues to prioritize boosting oil and gas production alongside pipeline expansion.

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Story summary

Willie Phillips, a Democratic commissioner of the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, has stepped down, paving the way for President Trump to nominate a Republican and regain a majority. Phillips, who was appointed by Biden, had intended to resign prior to the White House's request. Trump's agenda continues to prioritize boosting oil and gas production alongside pipeline expansion.