Trump administration tells states to stop spending on EV charging infrastructure

The Federal Highway Administration directed states to stop spending money for EV charging infrastructure — funds that were allocated under former President Biden.

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Trump administration tells states to stop spending on EV charging infrastructure

The Federal Highway Administration directed states to stop spending money for EV charging infrastructure — funds that were allocated under former President Biden.
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