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West Virginians voted overwhelmingly for Trump on promise to cut electric costs in half. Bills in energy-rich West Virginia now top mortgages

Trump promised to cut electric costs in half. Bills in energy-rich West Virginia now top mortgages

West Virginia resident Rebecca Michalski struggles with soaring electricity bills that exceed her income.

Every month, Rebecca Michalski takes a deep breath before opening her electric bill. She lives on a fixed income, and heating her small house this winter has been staggering: Her February charge was $940.08 — more than her check.

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