Full Breakdown
Donald Trump’s Social-Media Attack on Renewable Energy
7/24/2026, 5:52:15 AM
Core Event
On Thursday, former President Donald Trump posted a series of remarks on social media targeting renewable energy, particularly wind power. He asserted that Democrats “want less energy, not more” and would “send your prices soaring.” Trump also claimed that wind turbines prevented viewers from watching a debate between him and President Joe Biden, saying the wind “isn’t blowing.”
Background & Context
Renewable energy has been a recurring focus of Trump’s criticism. Since leaving office, he has reportedly canceled or halted projects worth roughly $8 billion, many located in states with Democratic majorities.
Official Statements & Responses
Trump’s Thursday posts framed wind farms as a political weapon used by Democrats to undermine energy availability and raise costs. He linked the perceived “Green New Scam” to broader partisan attacks on the energy sector, suggesting that the country has been “scammed” by renewable-energy advocates. The remarks were quickly shared and mocked across social-media platforms, with users highlighting the apparent inconsistency of blaming wind power for a televised debate.
Verbatim Quotes
- “And just like we did with the Green New Scam, where we were scammed, the whole country was, I wasn’t scammed,” — Donald Trump, president
- “Remember that? Darling, would like to watch the debate tonight? I’m sorry. The wind isn’t blowing,” — Donald Trump, president
These statements illustrate the unconventional rhetoric Trump employed while discussing wind energy and its alleged impact on political events.
