Trump Unleashes $700 Million Coal Offensive Against Biden-Era Energy Rules
Former President Trump has announced a $700 million investment to revitalize coal plants and mines in the U.S. This initiative aims to create over 14,000 jobs and reduce electricity costs amid rising energy prices. The funding will support existing facilities and develop new infrastructure, emphasizing the administration's commitment to coal as a vital energy source.
- ▪Trump invoked the Defense Production Act to direct nearly $700 million toward coal plants and mines.
- ▪The investment is expected to protect 14 coal plants and 42 coal mines while creating over 14,000 jobs.
- ▪More than $425 million will upgrade existing coal-fired plants across several states, while $185 million will fund new projects.
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Trump Unleashes $700 Million Coal Offensive Against Biden-Era Energy Rules By Ben Smith | 10:45 AM on June 05, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. AP Photo/Alex Brandon While China built 52 coal plants last year, the Biden administration spent four years trying to kill America's. Trump just spent $700 million to bring them back. Advertisement googletag.cmd.push(function () { googletag.display("div-gpt-300x250_2"); //googletag.pubads().refresh([gptAdSlot["div-gpt-300x250_2"]]) }); President Trump on Thursday invoked the Defense Production Act to direct nearly $700 million toward coal plants, coal mines, and export infrastructure, telling Americans the money will support more than 14,000 jobs and cut…
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