Turn the faucets back one!
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In another bold move to cut government red tape, President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order this week reversing a little-known but widely hated Biden-era regulation that limited showerhead water pressure across the country. Trump labeled this new move as Make Showering Great Again!
Trump’s Executive Order Targets Biden’s Appliance Regulations
Back in 2021, under President Joe Biden, the Department of Energy reimposed strict environmental standards that capped household showerheads at a 2.5-gallon-per-minute flow rate. This rule, originally implemented under President Obama, was widely criticized for creating weak water pressure and frustrating millions of Americans trying to perform simple daily tasks.
President Trump’s new executive order eliminates that restriction — restoring full water flow for American households and putting an end to what the White House now calls the “Biden War on Appliances.”
“I like to take a nice shower. I’ve got to stand under there for 15 minutes until my hair gets wet,” President Trump said. “It’s drip, drip, drip — it’s ridiculous.”
Americans Frustrated by Government Overreach in the Bathroom
This common-sense move reflects Trump’s broader approach to governance: removing unnecessary regulations and letting Americans live their lives without Washington interference.
The White House highlighted the absurdity of the Biden regulation, noting that their version of a showerhead definition was over 13,000 words long. For contrast, the Oxford English Dictionary defines “showerhead” in one simple sentence.
The executive order goes beyond just showers. It marks the beginning of a regulatory rollback targeting other common household items:
- Gas stoves
- Washing machines
- Water heaters
- Dishwashers
- Furnaces
Trump Pushes Back on “Biden’s Dumb War on Things That Work”
“This is about restoring freedom and practicality,” Trump told reporters. “People don’t want their appliances ‘greenwashed’ into uselessness. They want what works.”
The Biden administration’s push for ultra-efficiency has created growing backlash, particularly among older Americans who remember when appliances were built to last — and actually did the job.
What You Need to Know About the New Showerhead Rule
- Who benefits? Homeowners frustrated by low water pressure, especially in older homes.
- What changed? The maximum flow rate is no longer capped under federal guidelines.
- Why now? Trump’s administration is prioritizing real-world functionality over abstract environmental goals.
- What’s next? Similar reviews of energy efficiency mandates for dishwashers, dryers, and other everyday items are expected soon.
Trump’s Message: Common Sense is Back
At a Turning Point Action event in Detroit in 2024, Trump again used his well-known hairstyle to make his point crystal clear:
“I want to lather up, and I buy the best shampoo out there. Then the water comes out like a faucet leak — drip, drip, drip. You can’t rinse it. You can’t wash it. It’s not just me — it’s millions of people.”
This humorous yet relatable moment perfectly captured what many Americans have felt for years: Government overregulation is making basic tasks harder than they need to be.
Here’s Why It Matters
This policy reversal may seem small, but it speaks volumes. Trump’s decision shows a clear contrast between the two administrations: Biden prioritizes bureaucracy; Trump prioritizes Americans.
For homeowners, seniors, and anyone tired of “smart” appliances that don’t work — this is a win. And it’s only the beginning.
Biden’s cost Americans so much more money when buying appliances and buying new homes with his stupid mandates on products. These democrats have stocks in these companies and want taxpayers to pay heavily for products that are garbage compared to years ago. They keep put restrictions on products that don’t work or last like older products did. You use to buy something that lasted a long time or a lifetime and now you’re replacing them more frequently. This is democrats control a ridiculous to but these mandates that don’t work or cost more money to purchase. Common sense was taken over by democrats.