Energy and Environmental Policy in the Midterms

The 2026 midterm elections are putting the Trump administration’s energy and environmental record under scrutiny, as Democrats campaign on affordability and clean energy while Republicans defend their efforts to expand domestic oil and gas production.

What you’ll learn

• How energy prices, electricity demand and data center growth are influencing voter sentiment
• What Democrats could pursue on clean energy tax credits, permitting, transmission and consumer protections
• How Republicans may build on their energy agenda with larger congressional majorities

Why this matters

The midterms could determine the future of federal energy and environmental policy, from clean energy incentives and permitting reform to data center regulation and fossil fuel development. POLITICO Pro helps organizations track the political forces and policy priorities that could shape the next Congress.

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