Despite economic turmoil caused by his own tariffs, President Trump's push to increase US fossil fuel extraction is succeeding, leading to a surge in greenhouse gas emissions. While Trump's "drill, baby, drill" policy has boosted oil and gas production, it's hampered by internal economic contradictions and uncertainty. The increased production threatens to worsen climate change, counteracting efforts to transition to renewable energy sources, which are facing setbacks due to Trump's policies.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.