CYBERSECURITY

U.S. indicts alleged grid hackers. Could it backfire?

Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2020

A new indictment against six Russian nationals is the latest in a string of Justice Department actions aimed at deterring foreign hackers. But some experts warn the Trump administration's "name and shame" strategy — replete with splashy "wanted" posters — could invite retaliation.

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INTERIOR

Manchin backs Haaland, clearing path to confirmation

Senate Energy and Natural Resources Chairman Joe Manchin has laid to rest considerable anxiety about Rep. Deb Haaland's fate to be confirmed as the next secretary of the Interior.

By Emma Dumain in E&E News PM 4:20 PM EST

ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Postal Service sidetracks Biden EV plan

The U.S. Postal Service yesterday made a $482 million decision to replace its truck fleet with a mix of fossil-fuel and electric vehicles, falling short of a goal to electrify the federal vehicle fleet.

By David Ferris in Energywire 7:22 AM EST

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