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Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. has joined a group of Senate Republicans in criticizing Senate Democrats for their involvement in the review of oil and gas mergers. In a letter addressed to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Senator Marshall and his colleagues expressed concerns about the Democrats' alleged misuse of authority and misleading claims regarding the mergers.

The letter, also signed by Senators Ted Cruz, Mitch McConnell, Lindsey Graham, and several other Republicans, emphasized the importance of conducting a fair and unbiased review based on factual evidence rather than political agendas. Senator Marshall and his colleagues highlighted the need for the FTC to adhere to established antitrust laws and economic principles in assessing the proposed mergers.

The Republican senators pointed out that some Democratic lawmakers had raised questionable arguments about the impact of the mergers on climate science and legislation, urging the FTC to disregard relevant facts. They also underscored the potential benefits of increased oil and gas production resulting from the mergers, which could lead to lower costs for consumers and enhance national energy security.

Furthermore, the letter raised concerns about the potential environmental implications of obstructing the mergers, noting that restricting domestic energy production could result in higher global greenhouse gas emissions. The senators criticized the Democrats for what they perceived as an attempt to hinder the oil and gas industry under the guise of antitrust enforcement.

In conclusion, Senator Marshall and his colleagues called for a transparent and objective review process by the FTC, free from partisan influences and policy biases. They urged the Commission to prioritize the rule of law and factual analysis in evaluating the proposed oil and gas mergers to ensure a fair outcome for all stakeholders involved.