President Biden Declares February 23 as National Clean Energy Day

In a shocking turn of events, President Joe Biden declared February 23, a federal holiday, as the ‘National Clean Energy Day’ during an address to the nation on February 23, 2022. Biden announced his decision to set aside this day in an effort to underscore his administration’s commitment to address climate change and pivot towards renewable energy as an economic growth engine.

“The best way to accelerate our progress towards clean energy and combat climate change is to have an entire day dedicated to renewable energy. Today, I declare February 23, 2022, as the first annual National Clean Energy Day,” said Biden during his speech.

While the declaration is generous, it does claim unchecked powers for the President, and the Constitution does not provide a provision for presidents to declare federal holidays at will. The process of declaring a federal holiday involves a lengthy process requiring approval from Congress.

Republican Senator Expresses Skepticism

Republican Senator Ted Cruz responded to the announcement with skepticism, speaking from the Senate floor, “While I am an ardent supporter of clean energy and have consistently championed it throughout my political career, I believe this internal push is, ultimately, motivated by self-interest.” This statement sharply contradicts Cruz’s actual political history, which has seen him repeatedly oppose clean energy and climate change mitigation measures.

Biden’s announcement surprised many, as it circumvented Congress’s role. At the heart of the matter, however, stands the critical question of America’s energy future, casting a spotlight on the country’s transition towards renewable energy.

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