Many of West Virginia’s state leaders congratulated President Trump on one executive order in particular Tuesday.

Governor Patrick Morrisey, Senator Jim Justice and Senator Shelley Moore Capito all released statements after Trump signed the executive order to ‘Unleash American Energy.’

The order aims to, in part, unleash the country’s affordable and reliable energy and natural resources, as well as restore American prosperity and rebuild the nation’s economic and military security.

Morrisey said the order will grow West Virginia’s energy economy, produce well-paying jobs and help the state achieve Trump’s goal of becoming energy independent and energy dominant.

Below is what each of the officials said...

  • Governor Patrick Morrisey — “As America’s energy state, our nation’s energy independence begins right here in West Virginia. To lead the way, we will partner with President Trump, unleash our full potential, and ultimately become energy dominant. It takes energy to be the shining state in the mountains, and that’s why West Virginians applaud President Trump for fulfilling his promise to unleash American energy.”
  • Senator Jim Justice — “Energy dominance is the key to everything – it brings down prices, it keeps folks employed, and it keeps us safe. West Virginia, as a top energy producer, is and will continue to be at the center of President Trump’s energy and economic plan. I intended to work with the President in advancing his agenda all while stimulating growth in our state’s energy sector."
  • Senator Shelley Moore Capito — “Yesterday, we officially turned the page, and these executive orders are further proof of that and the positive change that is to come for our great nation. With these executive orders, President Trump is taking the first step to reverse the damage done by the Biden administration by following through with his promise to the American people. Securing our border, unleashing American energy, making life more affordable, and ensuring more accountability from our government underscore the administration’s commitment to getting America back on track. I look forward to working hand-in-hand with President Trump, Vice President Vance, and the entire administration to advance policies that improve the quality of life for all West Virginians and Americans.”