But, in recent months, the Trump administration has framed the problem as one impacting only blue states. Experts told CNN costs are going up in red and blue states alike and are not tied to voting patterns. Residential electricity prices across the US have climbed about 40% since 2021, according to data from nonprofit utility group PowerLines. In past statements, the White House has characterized these high prices in blue states as a policy choice. Meanwhile, in other regions of the country, prices are rising exponentially in red and blue states alike.

Source: CNN February 02, 2026 15:50 UTC