U.S. President Donald Trump, who is serving his second non-consecutive term as the 47th President after first holding office as the 45th, has once again taken aim at renewable energy, labeling windmills and solar power as the “scam of the century.”
In a Truth Social post on Monday, August 20, 2025, Trump claimed that states relying on wind and solar are facing “record-breaking increases in electricity and energy costs.”
“We will not approve wind or farmer-destroying Solar. The days of stupidity are over in the USA!!! MAGA,” Trump wrote, emphasizing his opposition to federal approval of large-scale renewable projects. He also suggested that renewable energy sources are contributing to rising energy bills, without providing supporting evidence.
The post, made at 7:21 PM ET, quickly drew attention, garnering over 933 re-truths and 3,000 likes within hours. Trump’s statement reflects his long-standing criticism of renewable energy, a position that contrasts with clean energy advocates and industry leaders who argue that solar and wind are vital for reducing carbon emissions and securing long-term energy stability.
The remarks also come at a time when U.S. energy policy remains a contentious issue, with climate change, household electricity costs, and energy independence at the forefront of political debate heading into the 2026 midterm elections.
