U.S. Oil & Gas Association Calls Out Harris For Changing Stance On Fracking Multiple Times – Including A Total Reversal In One Day

The U.S. Oil & Gas Association has criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for her changing views on fracking, a central issue in the nation's energy policy debates. The backlash came after Camila Thorndike, Harris' Climate Engagement Director, addressed concerns in a Politico interview regarding the Vice President's shifting stance on fossil fuels – particularly fracking. 

When asked how Harris would respond to younger voters' environmental concerns, Thorndike conveyed that while Harris is not promoting fracking, she is not seeking an outright ban either. This statement followed Harris’ role in passing the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which included provisions for new fracking leases, raising further questions about her commitment to environmental policies.

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Harris has faced scrutiny over this inconsistency before, notably during recent debates. She maintained that her “values haven't changed” despite the IRA's fracking allowances. In response to this evolving position, the U.S. Oil & Gas Association voiced its critique on social media with a statement:

"So Harris' new position in October is she now opposes fracking and no longer supports her position in July when she changed her position to support fracking, which was subsequently a change in her prior position of June, which was to oppose fracking? Got it.” This statement echoed the confusion many felt as Harris’s stance shifted repeatedly.

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Thorndike later clarified in a tweet: “I didn't explain myself clearly here. Contrary to Trump's claims, the VP has not banned fracking, doesn't support banning fracking and cast the tiebreaking vote on the biggest pro-climate law ever, which, yes, opened new fracking leases. People know that's her position." 

Despite this, the U.S. Oil & Gas Association reiterated its stance, responding with a similar critique: "Wait! Change of plan from earlier this morning … As of this afternoon, Harris now supports fracking, which is a change of position from this morning when they opposed fracking. Got it? Got it."

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These statements reflect ongoing scrutiny of Harris's evolving position, especially given her 2019 presidential primary stance, where she voiced support for a fracking ban. As she looks toward the 2024 Democratic nomination, industry and environmental groups continue to examine her stance.

Fracking, formally known as hydraulic fracturing, remains a lightning rod in U.S. energy policy. The Department of Energy notes that fracking has been pivotal for energy independence and reducing carbon emissions over the last decade. 

However, critics point to environmental concerns, including water contamination, air pollution and methane emissions – a potent greenhouse gas – that they believe pose significant risks.

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