Democratic appointee steps down as energy regulator at Trump’s request

Published April 22, 2025 1:16pm ET



Democratic appointee Willie Phillips has stepped down from his seat on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, which he chaired during the Biden administration, at the request of President Donald Trump.

His departure leaves the commission with a 2-2 partisan split, paving the way for Trump to name a new commissioner and give the majority back to Republicans.

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