Households Face Higher Energy Costs Due to Trump’s Policy Shifts, Study Finds

New analysis shows households will pay thousands more for energy due to Trump's policy changes. Learn the impact on states and families.

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October 2, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — A new analysis reveals that households across the United States will face significantly higher energy costs through 2040 due to federal policy changes implemented since President Donald Trump returned to office, according to a report by a nonpartisan think tank.

The Energy Innovation analysis found that the average household will pay an additional $6,500 in energy costs over the next 14 years, with five states facing even steeper increases. The study attributes this to the administration’s decision to roll back clean energy initiatives and promote fossil fuels, leading to increased demand and higher prices for natural gas and gasoline.

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Despite these findings, the White House claims its policies are making energy more affordable. However, critics argue that the focus on fossil fuels is exacerbating the energy affordability crisis and harming public health. The analysis highlights the potential for increased air pollution and healthcare costs as a result of these policy shifts.

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