From the whitehouse.gov site: "Yesterday, President Donald J. Trump welcomed lawmakers, industry leaders, and hardworking miners from across the country to the White House Champion of Coal event. There, he signed an Executive Order directing the Department of War to purchase coal power, celebrated the Tennessee Valley Authoritys recommitment to coal, and was honored by coal miners as the Undisputed Champion of Beautiful, Clean Coal for his tireless leadership in ending the Radical Lefts war on the industry."
"This event underscored President Trumps unwavering support for beautiful, clean coal supporting workers, delivering affordable and dependable energy to Americans, creating high-paying jobs in rural communities, and enhancing our national security through American energy dominance."
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey: I applaud President Trump and @SecretaryWright for taking decisive action to strengthen Americas energy security and support the communities that have long powered this nation. This investment to modernize coal-fired power plants is a major win for West Virginia workers, West Virginia communities, and every American who depends on affordable, reliable electricity
For too long, misguided policies targeted coal and the families who rely on it. That approach weakened grid reliability and drove up costs. Todays announcement of this investment, alongside the executive order directing the @DeptofWar to pursue power purchasing agreements with coal plants, reflects a return to common-sense energy policy that values reliability, affordability, and American jobs.
West Virginia State Senator Chris Rose: Honored to be at the White House today with President Trump as he signed the executive order directing the Pentagon to buy power from coal plantsa massive boost for WV miners & energy independence! Proud to see him honored as Undisputed Champion of Coal.
https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2026/02/champion-of-beautiful-clean-coal-president-trump-celebrates-industry-revival/
They even awarded Trump another trophy...
