# Report: Trump Aid Boosted Half of US Coal Plants With Taxpayer Funds

A report says the Trump administration used taxpayer dollars and pollution allowances to support about half of U.S. coal plants. The measures may extend coal operations, increase emissions, and shift environmental and financial costs onto the public.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### Business
- [The Guardian Biz](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/oct/31/trump-coal-plants-taxpayer-dollars) — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 13:00:42 GMT