Trump Vows ‘American Energy Dominance’ in Texas Rally Ahead of Primary Elections

The president spoke in Corpus Christi at the nation’s busiest port, flanked by tankers containing crude oil from Venezuela.

President Donald Trump speaks about the U.S. energy industry at the Port of Corpus Christi in Texas on Feb. 27, 2026. Travis Gillmore/The Epoch Times

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas—President Donald Trump promised “American energy dominance” during a rally on Feb. 27 at one of the nation’s biggest export hubs for energy and liquefied natural gas (LNG) products.

“With the men and women here today, we’re unleashing America’s potential, strengthening our security, [and] increasing our prosperity,” Trump said.