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Trump AI Policies Could Double U.S. Gas Prices by 2030s

7/29/2026

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Report says President Donald Trump’s AI policies could double gas prices by the 2030s.
It projects 2026-2040 prices to be 80% higher than during decade of U.S. LNG exports.
AI-driven demand could raise U.S. gas consumption by 17% and spur new gas-fired plant proposals.
The administration fast-tracked permits, loosened reviews and offered incentives, prompting Lorne Stockman to warn that without congressional action cost-of-living crisis will worsen as gas prices rise.

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Report says President Donald Trump’s AI policies could double gas prices by the 2030s.
It projects 2026-2040 prices to be 80% higher than during decade of U.S. LNG exports.
AI-driven demand could raise U.S. gas consumption by 17% and spur new gas-fired plant proposals.
The administration fast-tracked permits, loosened reviews and offered incentives, prompting Lorne Stockman to warn that without congressional action cost-of-living crisis will worsen as gas prices rise.