Trump plans to issue executive orders to support fossil fuels on his first day in office

On his first day back in office, he might direct federal agencies to approve new terminals for exporting liquefied natural gas (LNG) and start lifting restrictions on oil and gas leasing. Industry insiders are buzzing about this, saying it could really shake things up.
Mike Sommers from the American Petroleum Institute is pretty excited about the potential lifting of the LNG pause, which he says has hurt the industry. He believes these executive orders will help refocus the country on energy production.
But it’s not all smooth sailing. Trump’s plans could face hurdles in Congress and the courts, especially when it comes to rolling back climate regulations. He’s also looking to target Biden’s rules that promote electric vehicles and limit pollution.
Despite the U.S. already being a major player in oil and gas production, Trump is sticking to his campaign promises to “drill, baby, drill.” He’s got a lot of support from industry folks, who have backed him with significant donations.
Still, many of these changes can’t happen overnight. Some will need Congress to step in, and others will likely end up in court. But Trump’s team is confident that he’ll make America energy dominant again and help lower living costs for families.
Fossil fuel groups are eager to see what can happen quickly under the new administration. They’re hoping for a swift approval of new LNG terminals and a rollback of limits on drilling in places like the Gulf of Mexico and Alaska.
In Alaska, Trump wants to open up more areas for fossil fuel development, which could lead to some legal battles, especially with the Biden administration’s recent restrictions. He’s also expected to challenge California’s plans to ban new gas-powered cars by 2035, setting the stage for another showdown with the state.
It’s going to be interesting to see how all this plays out once he’s back in office!