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Trump's Nuclear Plan Faces Feasibility and Safety Concerns

2/6/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration plan to expand nuclear power.
The plan would let states host permanent geological repositories for radioactive waste.
The effort aims to reduce about 100,000 tons of waste and spur reactor investments.
Experts question the feasibility of advanced recycling methods and the safety of proposed small modular reactors.
Public acceptance remains crucial for any U.S. nuclear expansion.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration plan to expand nuclear power.
The plan would let states host permanent geological repositories for radioactive waste.
The effort aims to reduce about 100,000 tons of waste and spur reactor investments.
Experts question the feasibility of advanced recycling methods and the safety of proposed small modular reactors.
Public acceptance remains crucial for any U.S. nuclear expansion.