Fact Check: Have electricity price increases above inflation been limited to states with aggressive climate policies?

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Claimant: Chris Wright

Claim: Electricity price increases above inflation during the Trump administration have been limited to states with aggressive climate policies.

Rating: FALSE

Explanation: Electricity prices rose faster than inflation in both Democratic- and Republican-controlled states. Republican-led states without renewable portfolio standards, including Indiana, Louisiana and Utah, also experienced significant increases.

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Date: 11/09/2026

Last Updated on November 9, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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