Trump Promises to Lift Offshore Drilling Ban from Day One

President-elect Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he will lift the offshore oil and gas drilling ban imposed by the outgoing administration. The ban, instituted by Democratic President Joe Biden, will be reversed as one of the first actions Trump takes upon taking office. Scheduled to be inaugurated as the 45th President of the United States on January 20, Trump outlined his plans at a press conference. Emphasizing his determination to remove the ban, Trump stated, "Banning offshore drilling is unacceptable. I will immediately reverse this." He reiterated his commitment by saying, "I will lift the offshore oil and gas drilling ban in broad areas from day one." Trump's announcement is likely to be welcomed by the oil and gas industry, which advocates for fewer restrictions on drilling activities.