Make America’s Showers Great Again,” President Trump signed an executive order Wednesday dismantling what he called the “dumb” showerhead regulations enforced by the Obama-Biden administration. The order specifically targets water pressure standards that Trump believes made everyday showers a frustrating experience for Americans—especially when it comes to maintaining his “beautiful hair.”
In a statement, Trump highlighted the significance of the decision, claiming that excessive regulations like those under the Obama-Biden administration only serve to hinder personal freedom and stifle economic growth. “Overregulation chokes the American economy,” Trump wrote, stressing that a seemingly minor issue—showerhead standards—could have a huge impact on daily life.
The new executive order eliminates the detailed regulations introduced by the previous administrations, which had defined showerhead water flow and complicated the purchase and installation of multi-nozzle shower systems. Trump argued that such regulations were unnecessary, as the Oxford English Dictionary clearly defines a showerhead in one simple sentence. To enforce this change, he directed Energy Secretary Chris Wright to immediately rescind these complex federal rules.
By reinstating the 2.5-gallon-per-minute water flow standard, which has been in place since 1992, the Trump administration aims to simplify the regulations. The White House has called the move an effort to restore sanity to federal rules and free Americans from the confusion and inconvenience created by the Obama-Biden era policies.
Trump shared a personal anecdote to illustrate the need for change: “I have to stand in the shower for 15 minutes until it gets wet. It comes out drip, drip, drip. It’s ridiculous,” he said, emphasizing how the weaker water flow was a significant inconvenience for people trying to enjoy a basic, everyday activity.
The new order also applies to other household appliances like sinks and dishwashers, aiming to reduce bureaucratic interference and allow Americans to choose their own showerheads and appliances without federal regulations dictating their options. “No market failure justifies this intrusion,” the White House stated, echoing Trump’s argument that Americans should have the freedom to select products that work best for them.
In a final remark, the White House called Trump’s order a significant step in dismantling “Biden’s dumb war on things that work,” positioning the action as a win for everyday Americans who want more control over their own homes and daily routines.
