The Key to Effective Lobbying in the United States
Among the many industries in the United States, the oil industry has found huge success in lobbying the Trump administration, mainly through financial means. Oil companies set themselves up for success before Trump was elected for his second term, donating millions of dollars to his campaign efforts. Oil company executives such as Harold Hamm, Kelcy Warren, Jeffrey Hildebrand, and Tim Dunn gave more than $16 million before Trump was elected in 2024 (Morenne and Eaton). The oil and gas...
