Trump Vows to Slash Energy Prices by Half

Former President Donald Trump is making bold promises as he campaigns for a return to the White House. Speaking at a rally in Asheville, North Carolina, Trump vowed to cut energy prices by half if elected for a second term, a pledge that is sure to resonate with Americans feeling the squeeze from soaring energy bills.

Standing before a crowd at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center, Trump declared his intention to achieve this ambitious goal within his first two years in office. "We intend to slash prices in half within 12 months, at a maximum 18 months," Trump announced. "If I don’t fully succeed, costs will still be down a lot," he assured the crowd.

Key Points Trump Addressed:

• Trump highlighted the alarming rise in energy costs under President Joe Biden, pointing to reports that gas prices had increased by 50% since Biden took office.

• The former president also took aim at Vice President Kamala Harris, who he says would only exacerbate the economic crisis if allowed to remain in power. “She can’t solve the problem, because she is the problem,” Trump remarked.

• Trump reiterated his proposal to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits for seniors, positioning himself as a champion for those struggling with inflation.

Trump didn’t just stop at energy prices. He promised to redirect funds from what he termed Harris’ "green new scam" toward vital infrastructure projects like roads and bridges, signaling a shift away from the current administration's focus on renewable energy.

Near the end of his speech, Trump tied these economic pledges into a broader narrative of restoring common sense to Washington. He emphasized the need to end the “transgender insanity” in schools and halt the "invasion" at the southern border, rallying his base to defeat Harris and her "country-destroying liberal agenda."

Trump’s rallying cry is clear: lower energy costs, protect seniors, and return to common sense policies. It’s a message that will undoubtedly play a central role in his 2024 campaign.

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