Trump's Drilling Push Faces Economic and Geological Hurdles

Despite Donald Trump's pledge to lower US gas prices by increasing domestic oil production, energy experts and industry leaders are skeptical. US oil companies are focused on maintaining profitability by controlling costs and maximizing efficiency, rather than ramping up production. The current market conditions, including stable crude oil prices and limited refinery capacity, suggest that increased drilling may not significantly impact gas prices. Additionally, the industry's shift towards generating free cash flow and the technical limitations of refining US shale oil further complicate the potential for lower gas prices.