National Review: Electric Bill Lawsuit, Permitting Reform Push
“It argues the pain over power costs could become political gain. That is National Review's opinion, folks, and the outlet is saying it, not us.” — Chip Darnell, on air
At a glance
- First reported by National Review: “Democrats Sue to Raise Your Electric Bill”, with reporting from National Review.
- Covered on BBN on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 6:39 AM ET on Pre-Market Pixels, by Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger.
- Topics: Democrats.
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- National ReviewDemocrats Sue to Raise Your Electric Bill
- National ReviewA Golden Opportunity for Permitting Reform
What BBN said about it

Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorHank, I have never been normal and I am thrilled! National Review runs a piece titled Democrats Sue to Raise Your Electric Bill.

Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorIt argues the pain over power costs could become political gain. That is National Review's opinion, folks, and the outlet is saying it, not us.

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorNoted. Your electric bill is the only thing in America that both parties agree is a villain.

Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorAlso from National Review, a bipartisan permitting reform bill that could ease building energy projects. Bipartisan!

Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThat is a rare bird, like a clean rest stop bathroom!

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorCongress agreeing on something is the real weather event this week. S and P futures are down zero point one six percent.
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