The Last Thing America Needs Is a Railroad Monopoly
October 15, 2025
President Trump has made one thing clear: American Energy Dominance is back. From reopening federal lands for production to rebuilding critical infrastructure, this administration is cutting red tape and restoring the strength of America’s energy supply chain. But now, a proposed $85 billion merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern threatens to undo that progress. Power The Future (PTF) is urging the Surface Transportation Board to reject the deal, warning it would consolidate power, reduce competition, and drive up costs for energy producers who depend on rail to move America’s fuel. “More competition means lower prices—period. Every American understands when…