Federal court rejects Trump order keeping Michigan coal plant open

A federal court has ruled against the Trump administration's decision to force a Michigan coal-fired power plant, the JH Campbell Generating Plant, to remain open past its scheduled retirement date. The energy department's use of emergency powers to keep the 64-year-old plant operational was deemed to exceed its authority. Environmental groups and the states of Michigan, Illinois, and Minnesota had challenged the orders in court, arguing against the decision.

The ruling is a setback for the administration's efforts to maintain reliable electricity in the region.

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