Trump wants to speed up oil projects by cutting rules and making it easier to drill. He signed an order to create a “national energy dominance council” on Feb. 14. This group will shape U.S. energy policy and help with permits, production, and distribution.

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum will lead the council. Energy Secretary Chris Wright will be his deputy. Other top officials will also be involved. They will work to increase American energy production and lower costs.

Trump says the U.S. has plenty of oil and gas and should use it. He sees energy as key to the economy and national strength. His team also believes cheap and steady electricity is needed to compete in artificial intelligence.

The council will look at ways to speed up energy projects. It will also work with private companies to tackle cost issues. This group will be part of the White House, showing its importance.

Trump has made boosting oil and gas a major campaign promise. He believes more drilling and tax cuts will help keep prices low. His advisors also see this as a way to offset higher costs from tariffs on imported goods.

Other presidents have used similar councils. Biden had a climate task force. George W. Bush had an energy policy group. Trump’s council will focus mainly on fossil fuels.

Burgum pushed to lead this council along with his job as Interior Secretary. Trump approved the idea last November. Now, Burgum will help guide energy policy across different federal agencies.

Officials have been discussing how much power this council will have. They are deciding how to staff it with energy experts. Federal agencies like the Interior Department, Energy Department, and Environmental Protection Agency will all play a role.

Trump’s team plans to roll back Biden-era rules that restrict oil drilling and increase costs. But even with fewer regulations, oil companies may not rush to drill more. Many are focused on making profits for investors.

Trump strongly favors oil and gas over renewable energy. He has given oil and gas special treatment while ignoring wind and solar. He is advised by industry leaders like Harold Hamm and Chris Wright. Burgum, as a former North Dakota governor, knows the oil business well.