A Clean Energy PAC Helped Beat Chip Roy, and Now It Has New Targets
A political action committee (PAC) focused on clean energy successfully helped defeat Republican Chip Roy in a primary election. The PAC invested $1.1 million to support Roy's opponent, who is more favorable to renewable energy. Following this victory, the PAC is now targeting another Republican ally in Iowa to further its agenda.
- ▪The PAC spent $1.1 million to support Chip Roy's primary opponent.
- ▪Chip Roy is known for his opposition to renewable energy initiatives.
- ▪The PAC is now focusing on saving a Republican ally in Iowa.
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#masthead-section-label, #masthead-bar-one { display: none }Trump’s Hold Over G.O.P.Latest PollsPrimary CalendarChanges to MapsAdvertisementSKIP ADVERTISEMENTYou have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load.Supported bySKIP ADVERTISEMENTWhy Green Investors Are Backing Republican CandidatesA PAC representing wind and solar energy interests spent $1.1 million to boost the Republican primary opponent of Chip Roy, an opponent of renewables.
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