The Trump administration has taken bold action to put America back on the path to energy strength and independence. Under the leadership of Energy Secretary Chris Wright, the Department of Energy has rolled back harmful regulations, cut wasteful spending, and put American workers back at the center of energy policy. This is not just a shift in policy—it is a return to common sense, grounded in the Constitution and the founding belief that government should serve the people, not control them.
For years, unelected bureaucrats pushed rules that made it harder for Americans to afford energy. They told us that wind and solar power, funded by billions of taxpayer dollars, were the future. But what they didn’t say was that these subsidies made energy more expensive and less reliable. Families saw rising electric bills, blackouts, and fewer job opportunities in the traditional energy sector. That’s not progress. That’s government picking winners and losers.
Now, thanks to President Trump and Secretary Wright, we are seeing real results. More than 47 burdensome regulations have been blocked or rescinded. That includes rules on appliances that drove up costs with little benefit. The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) has been reformed to speed up the approval process for energy projects. That means more pipelines, more infrastructure, and more jobs.
Even more important, billions of dollars in green subsidies have been canceled. These programs were never about helping working families—they were about helping global corporations and foreign governments. Cutting this waste protects taxpayers and keeps Washington focused on real needs, like keeping the power on during a crisis.
Critics claim that these reforms help “rich corporate buddies.” But that’s just political spin. The truth is, when regulations are cut and energy projects move forward, it’s the everyday American who benefits. Jobs return. Gas prices drop. The grid becomes more stable, and energy becomes more affordable. That’s the kind of help working families actually need.
Secretary Wright’s efforts to restart U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) and nuclear development are especially important. These are clean, powerful energy sources that can power homes, hospitals, and schools. And unlike wind and solar, they don’t depend on weather or foreign supply chains. They are made in America, by American workers.
Some environmental groups talk about rising insurance costs and pollution. But they ignore the fact that fossil fuels have powered the greatest rise in human living standards in history. Cleaner air and water have come from innovation, not regulation. And Secretary Wright has launched serious reviews of greenhouse gas impacts and pipeline needs, showing that the administration is focused on facts—not fear.
Let’s also be clear: cutting government handouts to electric vehicle and battery companies is not a “giveaway” to oil. It’s a win for fairness. The federal government should not be in the business of picking technology favorites. If solar and wind are truly the cheapest, they should stand on their own merit without billions in taxpayer support.
As James Taylor of the Heartland Institute rightly said, the Trump administration is putting the needs of American families ahead of global climate agendas. That’s the job of our leaders—to protect our interests, not chase the approval of foreign powers or activist groups.
Energy independence is not just about fuel. It’s about freedom. It means we are not at the mercy of OPEC or China. It means we can choose how to heat our homes, drive our cars, and run our businesses. That’s liberty in action.
The Constitution never gave Washington the power to control every part of our energy lives. President Trump’s bold reforms are restoring the balance. They are giving power back to the people, where it belongs.
This is what real leadership looks like.
