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Common DreamsMar 17, 2026Opinion

Average US Electric Bill Up $110—or 6.4%—Under Trump in 2025

President Trump is criticized for rising electric bills that contradict his campaign promise to halve energy costs.

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Average US Electric Bill Up $110—or 6.4%—Under Trump in 2025
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A Joint Economic Committee report reveals U.S. electric bills rose 6.4% in 2025, contradicting President Trump's campaign promise to halve energy costs amid his administration's conflict with Iran.

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