“President Biden’s ban on new offshore oil and gas drilling is an attack on American energy independence, jobs, and national security,” Cruz said in a statement. “His action is a gift to our adversaries and once again confirms that this President prioritizes green special interest over the livelihood of American energy workers. Today, I am introducing legislation to overturn this executive order. Under President Trump, we achieved energy dominance and I am committed to leading the fight to restore it and protect Texas jobs.”
The offshore leasing ban was one of several major policy decisions made by the Biden administration in between the 2024 election and Trump’s inauguration. Others include issuing a blanket pardon for Hunter Biden, commuting the death sentences of murderers on federal death row, finalizing massive loan packages for green energy companies and imposing new sanctions against the Russian energy sector.