Trump to declare energy emergency: ‘Drill, baby, drill’

US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he will sign an executive order declaring a national energy emergency to increase US oil and gas production and reduce consumer costs. “Drill, baby, drill,” Trump added during his inaugural address, emphasizing the importance of energy independence to drive down costs and strengthen the US. Additionally, Trump plans to utilize natural resources in Alaska and protect gas appliances from federal regulations, fulfilling campaign promises.