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WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) recently welcomed House Speaker Mike Johnson (LA-04) to the Permian Basin for a rig tour with Diamondback Energy to launch Energy Week in Congress. The visit aimed to underscore the importance of the oil & gas industry and promote pro-energy policies while criticizing the Biden administration's stance on energy.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the visit, Congressman Pfluger stated, "It is a privilege to welcome Speaker Mike Johnson to the Permian Basin to kick off Energy Week and recognize the incredible contributions of the oil & gas industry." He highlighted the significance of the region, praising its representation of American ingenuity and resilience.

Speaker Mike Johnson reciprocated the sentiment, acknowledging the shared understanding of the value of American energy between himself and Representative Pfluger. Johnson criticized the Biden administration's energy agenda, labeling it as radical and detrimental not only to the U.S. but also to global allies. He remarked, "The Biden administration, there's no other way to say this, they've had a radical anti-energy agenda. And it's not only bad for America, bad for our economy, it's bad for our allies around the world as well."

The tour and discussions come ahead of key votes in the U.S. House on pro-energy legislation, including a bill proposed by Rep. Pfluger to repeal President Biden's natural gas tax. House Republicans are focused on restoring American energy dominance and fostering job growth through industry-friendly policies.