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Rising Electricity Costs: GOP Faces Backlash Over Energy Tax Cuts

12/17/2025

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Moderate Republicans say ending clean energy tax credits raises utility bills, with electricity up 7.4% since last September.
The issue has become a GOP liability as Democrats exploit it for electoral gains.
Efforts to cut regulatory red tape have not delivered relief.
Experts warn further electricity price increases are likely.
Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J.) says the party has failed to address energy affordability, contributing to losses in recent elections.

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Moderate Republicans say ending clean energy tax credits raises utility bills, with electricity up 7.4% since last September.
The issue has become a GOP liability as Democrats exploit it for electoral gains.
Efforts to cut regulatory red tape have not delivered relief.
Experts warn further electricity price increases are likely.
Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J.) says the party has failed to address energy affordability, contributing to losses in recent elections.