Trump ban on foreign grid components sparks industry concern over cost, practicality
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The Trump administration has imposed a ban on foreign-made grid components, prompting industry concern. Stakeholders support the goal of securing the grid but argue that restrictions based on geography rather than function and capability miss the point. They warn the approach could raise costs, prove impractical, and threaten investment.
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