"Political Battles Over U.S. Natural Gas Exports"

President Biden's decision to limit U.S. natural gas exports has sparked a debate, with Republicans criticizing it as a setback for the fight against climate change and Democrats praising it as a win for U.S. consumers. The move has flipped traditional partisan arguments about fossil fuels, highlighting the clash between U.S. energy production and climate pledges. The pause on new gas export permits is likely to freeze new permits for at least 15 months, with the administration emphasizing both climate impact and economic considerations. The debate revolves around the impact on domestic prices, global emissions, and the role of natural gas in the transition to cleaner energy sources.