Christmas Wish #7: Reverse the Biden-Harris Assault on Arctic Energy Development

December 24, 2024

Next on our Christmas wish list for the incoming Trump administration: reverse the Biden-Harris administration’s assault on energy development in Alaska.

The Biden-Harris team wasted no time locking up one of America’s most resource-rich regions. From canceling legally awarded leases in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), even despite local indigenous support, to imposing endless restrictions on North Slope energy development, their actions sent a clear message: Washington’s elite care more about pleasing radical environmentalists than supporting American workers, energy security, and Alaska’s economy. 

Let’s set the record straight. The Arctic holds billions of barrels of oil: resources that could power America for generations, create thousands of jobs, and reduce our dependence on foreign adversaries. Responsible development in ANWR and the North Slope isn’t just possible, it’s already proven. Modern technology allows for minimal surface impact while delivering maximum energy benefits.

The consequences of Biden’s policies have been felt far and wide:

• Alaska’s economy has taken a hit, depriving communities of jobs and essential revenue.
• Energy prices have risen for families across America, as domestic production remains stifled.
• Meanwhile, countries like Russia continue developing their Arctic regions without hesitation, leaving America behind.

The incoming Trump administration must act swiftly to reverse these destructive policies:

1. Restore ANWR leases that were canceled under Biden’s overreach.
2. Open up the North Slope for exploration and development.
3. End the assault on Alaska’s energy economy and put its workers back on the job.

Power The Future is committed to ensuring that Alaska will not be our nation’s last energy frontier, but one that future generations will be able to continue to reap. This Christmas, it’s time to give Alaska—and America—the gift of opportunity. By unlocking the Arctic’s energy potential, we can secure affordable energy, create good-paying jobs, and ensure that America leads the world, not lags behind. Reverse the bans. Let Alaska work. And let America lead again.