President Trump’s administration is set to add 100,000 barrels of oil per day from the Gulf of America, marking a decisive shift toward energy independence after years of Democrat climate policies that drove up prices at the pump.
At a Glance
- The Interior Department approved new drilling policies that will increase Gulf of America oil production by 100,000 barrels daily
- New “downhole commingling” technology allows multiple reservoirs to be tapped simultaneously at higher pressures
- A University of Texas study suggests the changes could boost oil production by up to 61% over the next 30 years
- President Trump reversed Biden-era offshore drilling bans on his first day back in office
- The policy aims to combat the 22% inflation rate that occurred under the previous administration
America First Energy Policy Delivers Results
The Trump administration has implemented a groundbreaking drilling policy that will increase oil production in the Gulf of America by 100,000 barrels per day. This substantial boost comes through technical improvements that allow offshore oil operations to tap multiple reservoirs simultaneously at higher pressures, increasing output by approximately 10% without requiring additional drilling platforms or environmental disruption. The policy represents a cornerstone of President Trump’s renewed commitment to American energy dominance.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum highlighted the significance of the policy change, emphasizing its alignment with the administration’s broader energy strategy. The Interior Department has approved “downhole commingling,” which increases the number of reservoirs that can be tapped at once while raising allowable production pressure to 1500 psi. These technical modifications were suggested by industry leaders and are based on updated research that replaces outdated federal guidelines from 2010.
Major energy moves from the Trump Admin the last 24 hours:
– Cutting years-long permitting process for energy/critical mineral development to 28 days
– Unveiling a new Gulf of America drilling plan that will boost oil production by more than 100k barrels per day in 10 years— Daniel Baldwin (@baldwin_daniel_) April 24, 2025
Reversing Failed Energy Policies
President Trump wasted no time in implementing his America First energy agenda, reversing his predecessor’s restrictive policies on his first day back in office. The Biden administration had banned new offshore drilling in vast areas, including the East Coast, eastern Gulf of Mexico, Pacific coastlines of Washington, Oregon, and California, as well as portions of the Northern Bering Sea in Alaska. These restrictions were part of what Trump identified as harmful climate policies that contributed to record inflation.
“This is a monumental milestone in achieving American energy dominance,” said Doug Burgum, Interior Secretary.
The administration declared a national energy emergency to remove federal regulations that have hindered domestic energy production. Among other executive actions, President Trump renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and restored the name of Mount McKinley in Alaska, further emphasizing the administration’s dedication to American heritage and resources. These symbolic changes accompany substantive policy reforms designed to strengthen the nation’s energy portfolio.
Economic Benefits and Future Outlook
According to a University of Texas study, the new drilling approach could lead to up to 61% more oil production over the next three decades. This substantial increase is expected to contribute significantly to American energy independence while fostering economic growth through job creation and price stabilization. Industry experts have welcomed the changes as a practical solution to enhance production efficiency without compromising safety or environmental standards.
“Climate extremism has exploded inflation and overburdened businesses with regulation,” Trump said in his official pronouncement reversing Biden’s policy, which made the “East coast, the eastern Gulf of Mexico, the Pacific off the coasts of Washington, Oregon, and California, and additional portions of the Northern Bering Sea in Alaska” off-limits to energy exploration.”
Kenneth C. Stevens of the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement emphasized that the technical improvements would reduce the cost per barrel while strengthening energy independence. The strategy delivers more American oil without requiring additional infrastructure, supporting long-term price stability and energy affordability for American families. With inflation having reached 22% under the previous administration, these measures aim to provide relief to consumers while reinforcing America’s position in the global energy market.
