A Clean Energy PAC Helped Beat Chip Roy, and Now It Has New Targets
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- Clean Energy PAC spent $1.1 million to support the Republican primary opponent of Chip Roy, who opposes wind and solar energy.
- Chip Roy is identified as an opponent of renewable‑energy interests.
- Clean Energy PAC is now targeting a Republican ally in Iowa to help preserve his candidacy.
Why it matters: The wind‑and‑solar sector gains a $1.1 M boost as the Clean Energy PAC helped defeat anti‑renewable incumbent Chip Roy and now backs a supportive Iowa Republican, tightening its influence on future energy policy.
