Trump promises to repeal power plant rule and slash energy costs

Former President Donald Trump, campaigning in Pennsylvania, pledged to cut energy costs by half within his first year in office, criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris's energy policies, including her stance on fracking and power plant regulations.

Robin Bravender and Timothy Cama report for E&E News.

In short:

Trump vowed to repeal the Biden administration’s power plant regulations, labeling them as harmful to American energy.
JD Vance, Trump’s running mate, echoed these sentiments, promising to prioritize domestic energy production and reduce reliance on foreign sources.
Trump and Vance emphasized that their energy policies would benefit American workers and reduce costs.

Key quote:

“Kamala Harris cares more about climate change than about inflation. She prefers solar panels and wind turbines to American jobs.”

— JD Vance, U.S. Senator from Ohio and vice presidential candidate

Why this matters:

Energy policies will be a major focus in the 2024 election, particularly in swing states like Pennsylvania. Trump’s promises aim to sway voters concerned about energy costs and job security.

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