Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, said that President Trump's energy policies have led to lower gas prices and benefited Americans. The statement was made on the social media platform X.
"Unleash American energy dominance," said Jay C Block, New Mexico State Senator from 12th District (R). "When energy prices drop, prices drop for consumers to spend more while wages rise. Thank you to Donald Trump and your The White House team for putting Americans first over radical policies that destroyed too many in this country. America is back!"
U.S. energy policy under President Trump focused on expanding fossil fuel production, rolling back regulations on oil and gas, and withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement. These moves were described by the Wall Street Journal as central to the administration’s "energy dominance" agenda. The steps sparked partisan debate about their long-term impact, with supporters crediting them for lower gas prices and critics citing environmental costs. According to the Wall Street Journal, this policy shift defined much of the nation’s energy debate during Trump’s tenure.
As reported by AAA (American Automobile Association), the national average price for regular gasoline in the United States as of July 2025 is approximately $3.17 per gallon, marking the lowest summer price since 2021. The average has dropped 10% from the previous year, providing some relief for consumers amid peak driving season. AAA data also shows that prices fell by about five cents in just the last week.
According to ycharts.com, gas prices in the U.S. have shown distinct trends under both the Biden and Trump administrations: prices averaged $2.58 per gallon in Trump’s first term and peaked above $5 under Biden in mid-2022 before steadily declining to around $3.17 by July 2025. Analysts at Reuters note that recent declines are tied to global oil supply increases rather than domestic policy alone, though both presidents’ policies are often debated in the media.
Block, as reported by the Albuquerque Journal, is a Republican who became State Senator for New Mexico’s 12th District in 2025 after serving as Sandoval County Commissioner. He is a retired Air Force officer with a background in nuclear operations and is known for supporting conservative energy policies, advocating for oil and gas industry growth and reduced regulation. Block’s platform emphasizes "America First" principles and increased state energy independence.