U.S. Senator Ted Cruz of Texas and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin visited Midland, Texas, to emphasize the importance of American energy production. Their visit included a tour of a Permian Basin oil and gas rig, a roundtable discussion with leaders and workers in the energy industry, and a press conference addressing energy issues.
Senator Cruz highlighted the current administration’s stance, stating, “The Biden administration waged war against oil and gas jobs, especially in Texas. President Trump and the new Republican Congress are committed to returning America to a position of energy dominance, and I fully expect and will work to ensure that Texas leads the way. I’m proud to continue championing the oil and gas industry here in the Lone Star State.”
Administrator Zeldin shared his commitment during the visit, expressing, “When I was going through my confirmation process, I made a commitment to Senator Cruz that I would travel down to Midland, tour an oil rig, and reaffirm my support to achieve energy dominance.” Zeldin added, “The oil and gas industry and its hard-working employees help power our nation, and we must do more to produce right here in America to compete on the world stage. The Trump EPA does not believe in regulating this industry out of existence. Instead, we want to partner with leaders to keep producing American energy using the cleanest and safest practices on the planet.”
