US Energy Secretary Chris Wright acknowledged that rising electricity prices are linked to Obama-Biden policies, but hopes voters will blame Democrats instead of Republicans, who are taking the heat from critics. The administration’s efforts to curb wind and solar power have led to increased costs, with Iowa getting 60% of its electricity from wind. Despite this, Wright sees a potential opportunity for Democrats to own the issue in the 2026 election, as they push back against Republican attempts to restrict renewable energy development.
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