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How much are Trump’s pro-coal policies costing us?

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An Environmental Defense Fund analysis published on October 28, 2026, concludes that the Trump administration's pro-coal stance directly or indirectly supports nearly 100% of the nation's coal capacity. This finding links the administration's policy preferences to higher electricity costs, reduced health outcomes, and accelerated climate change, marking a significant shift in how the energy sector is viewed under current leadership.

Key points

• The Trump administration is directly or indirectly supporting nearly 100% of the nation's coal capacity.
• This analysis attributes higher electricity bills, poorer health, and worsening climate change to the administration's pro-coal policies.

Context

An analysis published by the Environmental Defense Fund on October 28, 2026, examines the relationship between the Trump administration's pro-coal policies and their economic and environmental impacts on the United States.

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The evidence is limited to the analysis's findings and does not include broader historical data, expert testimony, or long-term projections beyond the study's scope.

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