President Biden’s reckless handling of America’s emergency oil reserves left taxpayers on the hook for $100 million in damages while putting national security at risk. Energy Secretary Chris Wright exposed how Biden drained nearly half the Strategic Petroleum Reserve ahead of the 2022 midterms to artificially lower gas prices and help Democrats at the polls. The rushed withdrawals broke pumps and strained aging salt caverns built in the 1970s, leaving critical infrastructure in disrepair.
Biden sold off 180 million barrels from the reserve—a political stunt that ignored decades of careful planning. The Strategic Petroleum Reserve exists to protect Americans during wars or real emergencies, not to bail out failing politicians. Instead of boosting U.S. energy production, Biden chose shortcuts that weakened our defenses.
The damage to storage facilities proves this administration cares more about headlines than hardworking families. Taxpayers now must pay to fix pumps and equipment battered by Biden’s panic-driven oil firesale. This wasteful spending comes while families already struggle with inflation caused by failed policies.
America’s emergency oil stockpile sits at just 399 million barrels today—far below its 715 million capacity. Draining reserves during peace time leaves us vulnerable if hurricanes, wars, or disasters strike. True leaders plan for crises instead of creating them.
Experts warn Biden’s actions risked collapsing the salt caverns that store our oil. These facilities weren’t designed for rapid political dumping. It’s like revving a 50-year-old engine nonstop—something eventually breaks. Biden ignored these dangers to chase cheap votes.
The contrast with the Trump administration’s approach couldn’t be sharper. While Biden emptied the reserve for short-term gain, President Trump focused on energy independence through deregulation and American drilling. Common sense tells us producing more oil here at home beats raiding emergency supplies.
This isn’t just about broken equipment—it’s about broken trust. Using strategic reserves as a political piggybank shows contempt for everyday Americans. Patriots don’t gamble with national security to win elections. They put the country first.
Biden’s SPR abuse is a symbol of his failed presidency. From soaring inflation to open borders, his policies prioritize radical agendas over the people. It’s time for leadership that respects taxpayers, secures our future, and keeps America strong.
