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Red, white and glowing blue: Trump's push for new reactors reaches the finish line

Monday, June 29, 2026


A program initiated during the Trump administration has accelerated testing timelines for small companies developing new nuclear reactor designs. The program permits expedited review processes for certain reactor technologies. Some stakeholders have raised concerns about whether safety standards are being maintained under the accelerated schedule.

Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/06/29/nx-s1-5847944/new-nuclear-reactors-america-250-safety-concerns

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