Oppenheimer's grandson backs new nuclear energy bill for clean power

Charles Oppenheimer, grandson of J. Robert Oppenheimer, has publicly endorsed a new nuclear energy bill aimed at expanding clean power generation in the United States. The bill focuses on advancing nuclear reactor technology and streamlining regulatory approval for new plants. Nuclear energy currently provides around 20% of U.S. electricity with zero carbon emissions. Supporters argue that modern reactor designs are safer and more efficient than older models, making nuclear a viable option for meeting climate targets. Critics still raise concerns about waste storage and upfront construction costs. The endorsement adds a symbolic weight given the Oppenheimer family's historical connection to nuclear development. The bill's fate in Congress remains uncertain, but it signals growing bipartisan interest in nuclear as part of the clean energy mix.