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Mary McCue Bell

Mary McCue Bell

mbell@washingtontimes.com

Mary McCue Bell is a Breaking News Political Reporter for The Washington Times. She graduated from the University of Missouri with a Bachelor of Journalism in writing and reporting and a Bachelor of Arts in political science. Previously, she was a congressional reporter and assistant city editor at the Columbia Missourian, and is a former Washington Correspondent for the Missouri News Network. Ms. Bell can be reached at mbell@washingtontimes.com.

Articles by Mary McCue Bell

Energy Secretary Chris Wright speaks as White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles listens during a meeting with President Donald Trump and oil executives in the East Room of the White House, Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) ** FILE **

Energy Department prepares backup power to battle winter storm

The Department of Energy asked the nation's grid operators to make backup power from facilities such as data centers available -- an emergency action in case the oncoming record-breaking winter storm leaves blackouts across the country.

January 23, 2026