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News in English (USA) / 16.08.2025 / 05:00

Trump Administration Relents on EV Charger Funding After Court Ruling

The Trump administration has reluctantly agreed to resume funding for electric vehicle (EV) chargers after a court ruling against a previously implemented freeze. This decision allows the reactivation of a $5 billion EV charging program, aimed at bolstering the infrastructure necessary for the growing electric vehicle market. In light of recent legal setbacks and public demand for accessible charging facilities, the administration is now working to streamline regulations and provide clearer guidance to states hoping to build EV charging stations. Despite prior efforts to hinder the Biden-era initiatives, it appears that the program will continue to progress amidst these changes, with funding now flowing to support the installation of EV infrastructure across the nation.
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