Biden Seen Taking ‘Pragmatic’ Approach In Bid To Fill Vacant FERC Slots

President Joe Biden’s nomination of three new members for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) represents a “pragmatic” approach intended to secure support from Senate energy committee Chairman Joe Manchin (D-WV), who would oversee their confirmation process, analysts say. ClearView Energy Partners said in a March 1 analysis that should the Senate confirm Biden’s three nominees, it could ensure a Democratic majority on the commission until at least mid-2026 -- when current FERC Chairman Willie Phillips’ term ends -- even...