John Barrasso actually said...

"I am concerned about both the economic impact and the electric reliability impact of the continued retirement of these vital resources across the country."

"Wyoming is the nation's leading coal and uranium producing state. The industries are responsible for thousands of Wyoming jobs, billions in state and local government revenues."

"Coal and uranium also play a critical role in the electric grid reliability and resilience."

"I am unable to support a confirmation at this time and would hold the confirmation until the Department ends its practice of bartering excess uranium."