First New U.S. Oil Refinery in 50 Years Coming to Texas
For decades, America has experienced refinery closures while Washington politicians implemented policies that hurt our energy sector. But President Trump and his administration are working to bring back American Energy Dominance.
President Trump announced this week that the first new oil refinery built in the United States in fifty years will be constructed in Brownsville, Texas. The project, led by America First Refining, marks a historic investment in America’s energy future and a significant step toward restoring our energy sector.
President Trump posted to Truth Social,
“America is returning to REAL ENERGY DOMINANCE! Today I am proud to announce that America First Refining is opening the FIRST new U.S. Oil Refinery in 50 YEARS in Brownsville, Texas. “THIS IS A HISTORIC $300 BILLION DOLLAR DEAL — THE BIGGEST IN U.S. HISTORY, A MASSIVE WIN for American Workers, Energy, and the GREAT People of South Texas!”
The announcement is also a significant win for American workers. A new refinery will create jobs in the region and support President Trump’s energy dominance agenda. Energy dominance isn’t just about producing more oil and natural gas. It’s about ensuring the United States has the infrastructure to process, refine, and deliver that energy efficiently.
March 11, 2026