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On April 8, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order aimed at enhancing American energy production by addressing state-level regulations that he considers burdensome and unconstitutional. The order directs the Attorney General to identify and challenge state laws that interfere with energy resources, particularly those related to climate change and carbon emissions. By removing these barriers, the administration seeks to ensure a reliable and affordable energy supply, which the President views as essential for national security and economic prosperity.

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