Indian Point nuclear plant's future emerges as issue in New York congressional race

The closure and remediation of Indian Point Energy Center, a major Hudson River nuclear facility north of New York City, has become a focal point in a contested congressional race, with environmental and energy security concerns at stake.

First covered Sep 25, 2026 · 2:00 AM PT · 1 article

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1d Inside Climate News Indian Point Energy Center’s Uncertain Future — NY-17: Second in a series on the environmental stakes of one of the nation’s most fiercely contested congressional races.

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lawler.house.gov Lawler, Energy Secretary Chris Wright Visit Indian Point, Call for Rebuilding And Reopening of Nuclear Facilities | Congressman Mike Lawler

peekskillherald.com U.S. Energy Secretary, Rep. Lawler Are Energized About Rebuilding Indian Point Nuclear Plant – Peekskill Herald

gillibrand.senate.gov Schumer, Gillibrand, Lowey, Engel, Maloney Renew Call On Nuclear Regulatory Commission To Hold A Public Hearing Before Moving Forward On Indian Point License Transfer - Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York

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Appeared in: 2026-09-26 (#12)

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