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Democrats' big win clouds the permitting picture

Democrats' blowout win further complicates the fraught path to passing a permitting deal in the lame duck. Why it matters: Cutting hurdles for projects is a top priority for fossil fuels and renewables sectors. But critics argue the Senate plan unacceptably weakens environmental protections and tribal input.

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