Key Democrat warns permitting bill could create "gold rush for gas"

Rep. Sean Casten, a key Democrat, is negotiating changes to a bipartisan energy permitting bill over concerns it may favor natural gas due to the Trump administration's past opposition to renewables. The bill aims to speed energy infrastructure projects but could entrench gas development if past permitting decisions under Trump set the benchmark. An initial Senate vote is planned for Nov. 9, with ongoing negotiations focusing on provisions that could impact renewable energy's competitiveness.