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Trump's Fossil Fuel Bill Sparks Controversy Over Corporate Subsidies

2/27/2026

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The "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," signed by President Donald Trump, subsidizes fossil fuels by an average of $3.5 billion annually, according to a Senate Budget Committee report.
Democrats argue that the act prioritizes corporations over American families, with Sen. Jeff Merkley criticizing it for benefiting wealthy oil executives at the expense of struggling citizens.
The White House defended the act, stating it promotes economic growth and energy independence, and noted that fossil fuel subsidies are minor compared to the $391 billion allocated for green energy in the Inflation Reduction Act.

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The "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," signed by President Donald Trump, subsidizes fossil fuels by an average of $3.5 billion annually, according to a Senate Budget Committee report.
Democrats argue that the act prioritizes corporations over American families, with Sen. Jeff Merkley criticizing it for benefiting wealthy oil executives at the expense of struggling citizens.
The White House defended the act, stating it promotes economic growth and energy independence, and noted that fossil fuel subsidies are minor compared to the $391 billion allocated for green energy in the Inflation Reduction Act.