Are Trump’s policies helping KY coal? Not much, new federal outlook shows
This story first appeared on WEKU. It’s republished here as part of the Appalachian News Exchange reporting partnership to strength Kentucky journalism. The Trump administration has taken steps to boost coal’s fortunes in recent years, but the government still forecasts an industry decline this year and next. Coal generation is expected to decline 8% in 2026 and […]
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