Trump invokes Defense Production Act to boost oil, coal and energy infrastructure
Summary
President Trump used a law called the Defense Production Act to increase production and exports of oil, coal, and natural gas. He also aimed to improve electric grid equipment and energy infrastructure to support national security.Key Facts
- The Defense Production Act (DPA) gives the president power to boost production of items needed for national security.
- President Trump issued five memos applying the DPA to oil, coal, natural gas infrastructure, and exports.
- The memos also focus on electric grid equipment and large-scale energy infrastructure.
- The action is intended to increase U.S. energy production and exports.
- This move supports efforts to strengthen the country’s energy resources and systems.
- The DPA was originally a wartime law but can be used in other national security situations.
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