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Trump Blames Democrats for Higher Energy Prices, Halts $8B Renewables

7/24/2026

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On Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump said Democrats want less energy and would raise prices.
He claimed wind power prevented viewers from watching his debate with Joe Biden.
He told United Nations leaders that the high cost of green renewable energy is destroying much of the free world and the planet.
Since returning to office, Trump has canceled or halted $8 billion in renewable projects in Democrat-majority states.

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On Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump said Democrats want less energy and would raise prices.
He claimed wind power prevented viewers from watching his debate with Joe Biden.
He told United Nations leaders that the high cost of green renewable energy is destroying much of the free world and the planet.
Since returning to office, Trump has canceled or halted $8 billion in renewable projects in Democrat-majority states.