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Trump Blames Blue States for Nationwide Electricity Price Surge

2/2/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump attributes electricity costs to blue states' energy policies.
Federal data show nationwide electricity price increases, with about 40% rise since 2021.
The mid-Atlantic region faces price spikes from data centers' demand.
California wildfires have led to costly infrastructure upgrades.
Experts warn that keeping older coal plants operational, as mandated by Trump, will raise costs.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump attributes electricity costs to blue states' energy policies.
Federal data show nationwide electricity price increases, with about 40% rise since 2021.
The mid-Atlantic region faces price spikes from data centers' demand.
California wildfires have led to costly infrastructure upgrades.
Experts warn that keeping older coal plants operational, as mandated by Trump, will raise costs.