Trump Admin Will Provide Startups With Old Plutonium For Reactor Fuel

BreakingBusinessBreaking NewsTrump Admin Will Provide Startups With Old Plutonium For Reactor FuelByZachary Folk,Forbes Staff. I cover breaking news.Follow AuthorMay 26, 2026, 02:50pm EDTToplineThe Department of Energy is in late talks about plans to provide weapons grade plutonium from dismantled Cold War-era nuclear warheads to possibly five nuclear energy startups, the department said in an announcement reported by multiple outlets.The Trump administration is reportedly in talks with five companies to provide old plutonium to convert into fuel for future nuclear reactors.Getty ImagesKey FactsThis is a breaking story and will be updated.Got a tip? Share confidential information with Forbes.Editorial StandardsReprints & PermissionsLOADING VIDEO PLAYER...FORBES’ FEATURED Video