Support TX3DNewsOn social media platform X, U.S. Rep. Keith Self (R-TX-3) recently praised former President Donald Trump for the country’s current energy boom.
“U.S. natural gas production is at an ALL-TIME HIGH. President Trump is unleashing American energy again!”
— Rep. Keith Self (@SelfCongress) via X, March 27, 2025
But does the data support this claim—and how much credit belongs to the current administration? Let’s look at what the data says.
Natural Gas Production: A Long-Term Rise
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), U.S. natural gas production hit an all-time monthly high in December 2023, with 105.5 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d). This occurred under President Biden, driven by strong global demand, a growing liquefied natural gas (LNG) export sector, and ongoing technological innovation in shale extraction.
Production did slightly decline in early 2024—averaging 103.2 Bcf/d—mainly due to a drop in output from the Haynesville and Utica shale plays. However, EIA projects a rebound in 2025, with expectations that output will return to record territory later this year.
Bottom Line: Yes, U.S. natural gas production is near record levels. But the surge began years ago and spanned multiple administrations.
Trump Administration’s Role in 2025
Since retaking office in January 2025, President Trump’s administration has moved quickly to:
- Roll back certain EPA air regulations on energy producers
- Approve LNG export terminals and promote energy infrastructure
- Signal a more aggressive push for fossil fuel dominance globally
His policies may incentivize future growth, especially in regions like Texas. However, natural gas production hasn’t broken the December 2023 record—yet.
Impact on TX-3: Jobs, Industry, and Opportunity
Rep. Self represents Texas’s 3rd Congressional District, which includes fast-growing suburbs in Collin County, such as Plano, Frisco, and McKinney. While not home to major gas fields itself, TX-3 is deeply connected to the energy sector via:
- Corporate offices for oil and gas firms
- Tech and infrastructure companies supporting energy exploration and data
- High-income jobs and service industries tied to statewide economic growth
If natural gas production and LNG exports expand under current policies, TX-3 could benefit indirectly through job creation, investment, and local spending.
The Verdict? The Numbers Hold Up—But the Credit Doesn’t
Rep. Self isn’t wrong about natural gas production being strong—but the biggest surge happened before President Trump returned to office. During the Biden Administration. What we’re seeing now is the result of years of technological breakthroughs, market demand, and policies from both parties. For families and businesses in TX-3, the energy boom is real—but the credit belongs to more than just one administration.
In the end, energy remains a vital part of both Texas’s economy and its political identity. And for voters in TX-3, understanding the facts is key to holding leaders accountable—regardless of party.
