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California Governor Gavin Newsom has adopted an 'all-of-the-above' energy strategy, emphasizing increased oil production and reduced regulations on fossil fuels. This shift comes amid the Trump administration's suspension of wind farm leases and withdrawal of funding for energy projects, indicative of a stark change in energy politics by 2025.

Other Democratic leaders, including Virginia's Abigail Spanberger and Pennsylvania's Josh Shapiro, also promote inclusive energy policies. The political climate is influenced by rising electricity costs and a growing demand for power, particularly for data centers, expected to increase by 35% by 2040.