Wyoming energy powers our lives. As the nation's leading coal producer, thousands of Wyoming coal workers fuel American energy. Despite challenges from Green New Deal policies, Wyoming's energy industry remains strong and ready to power America's future.

President Trump's executive order reinvigorates America's clean coal industry, starting here in Wyoming. This order eliminates barriers to coal leasing and production, establishes coal as a key energy source, and supports technological advancements in the industry, creating more jobs in the Powder River Basin. No one does energy like Wyoming, and our coal is cleaner, better, and more reliable than anywhere else.

Unleashing American coal production ensures our energy independence and enhances our capacity to innovate. Our country's energy needs extend beyond powering homes—we need robust infrastructure to make America a leader in artificial intelligence and strengthen our military defenses. Energy security is national security, and President Trump recognizes the importance of diverse energy sources in powering America's future.

President Biden ignored our country’s needs by pandering to environmental justice warriors, and for four years, we outsourced jobs and energy at the cost of American consumers. It was nonsensical to push radical EV mandates while simultaneously denying the largest source of energy for electricity: thermal coal. It’s anti-science, and anti-American. President Trump is lowering energy costs across the board, from gas prices to electric bills to grocery costs, providing real savings for everyday Americans. President Trump made a promise to unleash American energy, and this executive order is another promise kept.

Read more about how President Trump is unleashing Wyoming energy in my op-ed here.

Happy Trails,

Another great few weeks of Wyoming Wednesdays. It is always such a joy meeting with friends and families from the Cowboy State who make the journey out to Washington.

It was wonderful talking to Charene from Cowboy State Daily. Seems like my 4th of July is already booked and busy with Wyoming celebrations! We also discussed slightly less exciting, but extremely important, legislation preventing unconstitutional judicial overreach.

I had the pleasure of meeting with Sheridan High School students before the We the People national competition. My own daughter was part of this program, so I know firsthand just how dedicated and sharp these young leaders are. They are making Wyoming proud!

I always know how to spot a good cowboy hat. LOVED running into a group of UW students on the steps of the Capitol.

I had the honor of speaking at Senator Al Simpson’s celebration of life at the University of Wyoming. Al was bigger than life itself, and his love for Wyoming is evident in the impact he made on our state and its people.

I partnered with Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-IA) in introducing the Judicial Relief Clarification Act of 2025 (JRCA). This bill would limit federal court orders to parties directly before the court – ending the practice of universal injunctions and clarifying the role of the judicial branch to decide the law in a non-partisan way. Under this legislation, parties seeking nationwide relief would be required to file a class action lawsuit. Judges are not policymakers – and they have not been elected by the American people to legislate. Our courts should not be a tool for far-left activists to obstruct every part of President Trump’s agenda. I’m pleased to introduce legislation with many of my Republican colleagues to defend our Constitution and end judicial overreach.

Wyoming’s own Brian Nesvik made it out of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW) to serve as Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). Brian will do an amazing job leading the USFWS and has an impressive track record in Wyoming, working with federal, state, and local partners to achieve goals in a collaborative fashion. He will next be considered by the full Senate for a confirmation vote.

This week, my Senate Republican colleagues and I used the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to counter California’s Electric Vehicle (EV) mandates. Far-left legislators in California should not be able to override consumer freedom and dictate emissions policies for the entire nation. In Wyoming, we know these EV mandates are not only costly, but also unrealistic. We must ensure that the U.S. Congress is setting our EV and emissions policies, not the California legislature.

Congratulations to Ryan Cox of Riverton High School on being selected for the prestigious Homer Scott “Outstanding Citizen Award” at this year’s Shrine Bowl. Ryan’s leadership on the field and commitment to service off the field represent the very best of the Cowboy State. It makes me so proud to see young athletes like Ryan—and fellow winners from Rock Springs, Big Horn, Southeast, and Little Snake River—carrying on the legacy of character, community, and competition. Keep making Wyoming proud!

Photo courtesy of Ryan Cox, Riverton High School.