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President Biden’s reckless handling of America’s emergency oil stash left taxpayers with a $100 million repair bill. Energy Secretary Chris Wright exposed how Biden drained the Strategic Petroleum Reserve at record speeds before the 2022 midterms, damaging critical infrastructure. This political stunt sacrificed long-term security for short-term voter approval.
Biden sold off nearly half our emergency oil supply to temporarily lower gas prices. His team ignored warnings about overusing outdated salt caverns and pumps from the 1970s. Rushing the process busted equipment and weakened our energy defenses. Experts compared it to reviving a classic car without maintenance – disaster was inevitable.
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve now holds just 399 million barrels, far below its 715 million capacity. Biden’s team left our emergency stockpile dangerously low while inflation raged. Energy prices briefly dropped before elections, but families later faced even higher costs at the pump.
Past presidents only tapped the reserve during real crises like hurricanes or wars. Biden broke precedent by treating it as a campaign piggybank. His administration prioritized Democrat election chances over national security. This reckless move put America at the mercy of foreign oil producers.
Energy experts confirm the rushed oil sales damaged salt cavern walls and pumping systems. Repair crews now work overtime to fix Biden’s $100 million mess using taxpayer dollars. These funds should’ve bolstered American energy production instead of cleaning up political mistakes.
The Biden team initially denied causing any harm, but the evidence is undeniable. Secretary Wright called it a “strategic failure” that weakened America’s position globally. Conservative leaders argue this proves Biden cares more about power than protecting our country.
While the current administration tries to refill the reserve, the damage is done. Trust in America’s energy stability eroded under Biden’s leadership. Our enemies watch as we sabotage our own resources for cheap political wins.
Hardworking Americans deserve leaders who put national security over party politics. Biden’s SPR abuse shows why we need common-sense energy policies that protect both our wallets and our future. Real patriots don’t gamble with emergency supplies – they plan ahead and put America first.
