The project, which began construction in 2024, is expected to supply energy to hundreds of thousands of homes, create thousands of jobs, and save Connecticut ratepayers around $500 million annually.

This ruling marks a setback for the Trump administration's efforts to reduce green energy subsidies and approvals, signaling ongoing legal and political battles in the sector.

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management issued a stop-work order on August 22, which was challenged in court by the project developers, leading to a hearing where the judge emphasized the risk of irreparable harm from delays.

Despite ongoing litigation and the Department of Interior's investigation into national security impacts, the court's decision allows construction to continue temporarily, with the judge noting that halting could jeopardize the project’s future.

The judge criticized the government's order as arbitrary and capricious, citing that the project has full federal approval, extensive regulatory support, and no violations, making the halt unjustified.

This legal victory is seen as a positive development for the offshore wind industry, supporting regional economic benefits, local jobs, and energy independence, especially in Rhode Island and Connecticut.

Shares of Ørsted surged nearly 9% following the ruling, reflecting investor confidence, while industry advocates emphasize the project's environmental and economic importance.

The Interior Department has not commented on the ongoing litigation but continues to investigate potential security impacts, working with the Department of Defense, though no issues have been formally addressed.

Legal actions, including a lawsuit filed by Rhode Island's Attorney General, are ongoing, and the legal process is expected to be lengthy, with potential challenges from the government.

A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has ruled that the nearly completed Revolution Wind offshore wind project in Rhode Island and Connecticut can resume construction after being halted by the Trump administration over national security concerns.

The project, developed by Ørsted and Skyborn Renewables, is about 80% complete, with approximately $5 billion invested, and halting work could lead to its collapse and over $1 billion in additional costs.

The case highlights broader political and legal disputes over offshore wind development, with critics arguing that the halt exceeds regulatory authority and violates the major questions doctrine.