Trump’s Fossil Fuel Fetish Is Killing Us
May 4, 2026
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as posted by the channelWhile the rest of the world races toward the future, the current administration is dragging us back to the 19th century. 🦖⛽️ In today’s episode, we’re exposing the high cost of the GOP’s toxic obsession with fossil fuels—from the $19 billion hole in American pockets to the complete collapse of our transportation infrastructure. 📉🔥
We break down the incoherence of "free market" talking points that only seem to apply when big oil isn't getting a handout. Plus, we look at the growing trend of Trump’s judicial nominees refusing to acknowledge basic democratic facts.
🔹 The $19 Billion Gas Gouge: White House Director Kevin Hassett attempts to dismiss reports showing skyrocketing fuel costs have slashed tax returns by nearly half.
🔹 Spirit Airlines’ Final Descent: Sean Duffy and Scott Bessent play the blame game, pointing fingers at Elizabeth Warren instead of admitting fuel costs and the war are crushing the industry.
🔹 Energy Denialism: While Chevron’s CEO warns that high prices are here to stay due to the Strait of Hormuz blockade , the administration clings to an "awash in oil" fantasy.
🔹 Constitutional Amnesia: A look at judicial nominees who are suddenly unable to state that a president is ineligible for a third term or even admit who won in 2020.
🔹 The Blockade Reality: The 19-day naval blockade is costing Iran $450m daily , yet critics argue the U.S. strategy is being shaped by "golf buddies" rather than experts.
Is this "Energy Independence" or just a slow-motion wreck fueled by a greasy obsession with the past? 🌍⚠️
#Energycrisis #Trump #GreenNewDeal #OilAndGas #SpiritAirlines #Politics #ClimateAction #Economics
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