BALTIMORE -- An executive order issued by President Trump could threaten an offshore wind project in Maryland. The measure put a temporary halt on new federal leases, permits and loans for both offshore and onshore wind development projects until his administration conducts an environmental and economic review.

Developers at leading U.S. AI firms are praising the DeepSeek AI models that have leapt into prominence while also trying to poke holes in the notion that their multi-billion dollar technology has been bested by a Chinese newcomer's low-cost alternative.

News circulated last week that Trump had tapped New Jersey Congressman Jeff Van Drew, a Republican who’s frequently criticized projects proposed off the coast of his state, to draft an executive order on offshore wind. Industry observers said it may include a moratorium on all development.

Shell Plc said it has written off almost $1 billion and withdrawn from a US offshore wind farm as President Trump seeks to stymie the industry’s development with executive orders.

Shell has withdrawn from New Jersey’s first offshore wind farm, Atlantic Shores — marking the latest hit to the state’s clean energy plans. Spokespeople told NJ Advance Media on Thursday that the developer remained committed to the project.