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US wind factory expansion uneven despite rising installations

TL/DR - Since the introduction of new tax credits by the Biden administration in the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, onshore wind manufacturers have expanded U.S. factory capacity 15 times. This move comes as suppliers look to take advantage of increasing wind installations coupled with easing supply chain disruptions and stable global costs. The…

Trump Criticizes Judge for ‘Rushed’ Hush Money Trial Pre-Statements

TL/DR - Donald Trump has used social media to criticize the judge and circumstances of his hush money trial in New York, referring to the proceedings as a "scam" and a "witch hunt." Trump's lawyers tried to delay the trial and change the location, arguing that New York City residents were too biased to form a fair jury, but this request was…

German Finance Head Advises US on Spending in Washington

TL/DR - German Finance Minister, Christian Lindner, cautioned his coalition partners against following the US Inflation Reduction Act, arguing that it has not effectively controlled consumer prices in the US. Lindner spoke out against those urging him to ease controls on public spending in order to solve issues such as deteriorating…