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Former President Donald Trump made waves at a rally in Asheville, North Carolina, by announcing that if he retook the White House, his administration would cut energy and electricity prices in half. This bold proclamation wasn’t just talk; Trump claimed that under his leadership, Americans could expect to see these costs slashed by 50% within a year, and at the latest, within eighteen months. One could almost hear the sigh of relief from homeowners cranking up the AC in this summer heat, imagining their bills shrinking faster than a celebrity’s good name after a scandal.
In his fiery speech, Trump highlighted the dire state of energy costs, noting that they have crept up like an unwanted guest over the last few years. With a report from S&P Global in July revealing a 21.9% rise in electricity prices since 2018, it’s safe to say that many Americans have been left scratching their heads over their burgeoning bills. Places like Maine, for instance, have seen rates soar by a staggering 65.6%. One might wonder if residents are now contemplating buying their own solar panels or just switching to candlelight dinners to save a few bucks.
🚨 PRESIDENT TRUMP: I am announcing today that, under my leadership, the U.S. will commit to the ambitious goal of slashing energy and electricity prices by HALF — AT LEAST!
Your energy bills will be down by 50%-70%. pic.twitter.com/tiiHA2RyXT
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) August 14, 2024
Trump’s ambitious promise painted a picture where families could go from penning checks that rival mortgage payments for electricity to enjoying some well-deserved financial breathing room. With the projected savings, some might think folks will have enough cash left over for a game of golf or maybe even take a family vacation — assuming inflation doesn’t get in the way, of course.
The former President assured his audience that everything he promised would come to fruition, claiming a track record of delivering results. It’s nearly as if he waved a magic wand while declaring that energy bills would tumble down by 50 to 70 percent, and crowds lapped it up, fueled by dreams of lower costs and less financial strain. After all, many settled for last summer’s high prices under the previous administration, which felt less like a family budget and more like a comedy skit gone wrong.
As Trump’s announcement echoed through the rally, the contrast to the current landscape could not have been clearer. While states like California and Massachusetts watched their electricity bills climb through the roof, Trump was effectively making a case that soaring prices could be part of the past. Whether or not this promise can be fulfilled remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the grumbling about energy bills has become a national pastime. If Trump’s audacious claim comes through, he might end up being the energy hero this country didn’t know it needed.
