The federal electrical grid watchdog is suspending operations effective Saturday after the Obama nominee chosen to run the agency broke with protocol and resigned in the wake of President Trump’s inauguration.

With only two members, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will lack a quorum by the close of business Friday, limiting its ability to act on any major or contested decisions.

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