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Cruz Warns Permitting Reform Blocked by Fear of Progressives

9/5/2026

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U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) warned that fear of progressives is blocking permitting reform.
U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) said permitting reform could lower energy prices and protect the environment.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright added nuclear power now supplies about 20% of U.S. electricity generation.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the United States built three new nuclear reactors in the last 40 years.

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U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) warned that fear of progressives is blocking permitting reform.
U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) said permitting reform could lower energy prices and protect the environment.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright added nuclear power now supplies about 20% of U.S. electricity generation.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the United States built three new nuclear reactors in the last 40 years.