In a significant move, Trump has temporarily halted leasing and permitting for all offshore wind energy projects, citing environmental concerns and economic implications. The executive order effectively suspends new offshore wind leases across federal waters, impacting ongoing and planned projects in states such as New Jersey and Massachusetts. Critics, including outgoing Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, have condemned the decision, asserting that offshore wind energy is crucial for climate initiatives and economic growth. This action has prompted legislative responses, with a congressman drafting a new order to formalize the halt on offshore wind activities, signaling a potentially tumultuous shift in the U.S. energy landscape.