Trump Surpasses Biden Energy Records in Months as Admin Celebrates 'Historic Gains'

Interior Secretary cites higher production, lower gas prices as proof of "real savings" for Americans.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The White House marked the one-year anniversary of President Donald Trump's National Energy Dominance Council by highlighting how the administration has outpaced the Biden era on key energy metrics like oil and natural gas production, as well as lower gas and energy prices that are benefiting American families and businesses.

Why it matters

Energy policy has emerged as a key political battleground, with the Trump administration touting its 'energy dominance' agenda as a way to boost domestic production, lower consumer costs, and strengthen the U.S. position globally. However, environmental groups have criticized the push as prioritizing fossil fuels over climate goals.

The details

According to the White House, U.S. crude oil production reached a record 13.6 million barrels per day in 2025, surpassing the Biden administration's four-year climb from 11.3 million to 13.2 million barrels per day. Natural gas production also hit an all-time high of 110.1 billion cubic feet per day in November 2025. The U.S. also widened its lead as the world's top liquefied natural gas (LNG) exporter, with average LNG exports rising to 15 billion cubic feet per day in 2025, up from 11 under Biden.

  • The National Energy Dominance Council was created by an executive order signed by President Trump on February 14, 2025.
  • U.S. crude oil production reached a record 13.6 million barrels per day in 2025.
  • Natural gas production hit an all-time high of 110.1 billion cubic feet per day in November 2025.

The players

Donald Trump

The former President who created the National Energy Dominance Council by executive order in 2025.

Doug Burgum

The Interior Secretary who chairs the National Energy Dominance Council and touted the administration's energy achievements.

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What they’re saying

“Under the President's leadership and through the Council's relentless execution, we have delivered historic gains in energy production, affordability, and security.”

— Doug Burgum, Interior Secretary, Chair of the National Energy Dominance Council (Fox News Digital)

“Gasoline prices have fallen to some of the lowest levels in years, permitting has been streamlined, and American energy exports are surging. These achievements are not abstract, they mean real savings for families, farmers, and small businesses, and they are strengthening our position on the world stage.”

— Doug Burgum, Interior Secretary, Chair of the National Energy Dominance Council (Fox News Digital)

The takeaway

The Trump administration's 'energy dominance' agenda has delivered tangible results in the form of record-high oil and natural gas production, as well as lower consumer energy costs. However, the push has also drawn criticism from environmental groups concerned about its impact on climate goals and public lands.