Miller, Gooden Urge DOJ to Investigate Fraud Cover-Up in $275 Million Green Energy Scandal

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) and Congressman Lance Gooden (R-TX) called on Attorney General Pamela Bondi to launch an investigation into the Biden DOJ’s dismissal of a $275 million fraud lawsuit against Tonopah Solar Energy, LLC. The case, filed under the False Claims Act, exposes millions in taxpayer losses tied to the failed Crescent Dunes solar project—a glaring example of reckless green energy crusades. 

The DOJ’s decision to drop the case, filed just one day after the 2024 presidential election, reeks of political interference and corruption. After years of investigation into allegations of fraudulent use of Treasury cash grants, the Biden DOJ abruptly claimed the case was “not in the public interest,” despite no financial or legal risks to the government.

Fox News Digital was the first to report on the letter sent by the lawmakers to Attorney General Bondi. 

"The American people soundly rejected the Biden administration's radical Green New Deal agenda and fraudulent coverups when they voted for President Trump. Our understanding is the Crescent Dunes project was an energy proposal that cost American taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars, produced less energy than promised, and posed safety concerns for individuals working on the project. With President Trump back in the White House, transparency is now the standard for the federal government,"said Congresswoman Miller. 

“This isn’t just fraud; it’s a cover-up. The American people deserve answers about why taxpayer dollars were squandered and why Biden’s DOJ worked overtime to bury the truth. This is about green corruption. The Biden administration turned the DOJ into a shield for fraud and political favoritism. Texans and all Americans deserve better," said Congressman Gooden.

Joining Congresswoman Miller and Congressman Gooden in signing the letter are Representatives Tom Tiffany (R-WI), Eric Burlison (R-MO), Scott Perry (R-PA), John Rose (R-TN), Darin LaHood (R-IL), Andy Ogles (R-TN), Brandon Gill (R-TX) and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA). 

Click here for the full letter. 

Background:

• In 2024, Congresswoman Miller sent a letter to former Attorney General Merrick Garland demanding answers on the Department of Justice's dismissal of the case.