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President Donald Trump to Visit Port of Corpus Christi as Locals Seek Spotlight on Energy Exports, Water Crisis
President Trump highlights the Port of Corpus Christi's key role in U.S. energy exports and regional economic growth ahead of midterm primaries, officials said.
- President Donald Trump will visit the Port of Corpus Christi on Friday, February 27, 2026, to highlight fossil fuel production and energy exports, with remarks at 3:30 p.m.
- Following his State of the Union address earlier this week, the president is visiting to underscore energy policy as White House Deputy Press Secretary Abigail Jackson said he is excited to highlight Texas energy's economic importance amid billions in private investment creating thousands of jobs.
- The U.S. Coast Guard closed the ship channel from noon to 6 p.m. Friday, and local museums adjusted hours amid expected traffic delays downtown.
- Less than a week before the Texas primary, the visit brings national politics to Corpus Christi as the top three Texas Republican Senate candidates attend and officials say Trump might speak about endorsements.
- The Port of Corpus Christi's role as a major export gateway ties local activity to global markets, with only two adjacent refineries among 11 U.S. facilities capable of processing heavy Venezuelan crude, and shipments are soon expected, officials say.
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