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Sixteen States Sue Trump Over $2.15B EV Funding Delay

12/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

Sixteen states led by Pennsylvania sued the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration for withholding $2.15 billion in Congressionally approved funding for EV charging programs.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro said the Department of Transportation blocks Congressionally approved funding for EV infrastructure and job creation.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta said actions undermine air pollution and climate goals.
The lawsuit follows litigation after a federal judge ordered release of EV charger funds.

History

Historical Context

The Biden administration's scrutiny over electric vehicle funding in 2021 recalls the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which allocated $2.4 billion for EV projects. Pennsylvania and 15 states, including California, argued that withholding $2.15 billion undermined climate goals, reflecting ongoing tensions between state and federal authorities regarding environmental funding and infrastructure development, with significant implications for future climate initiatives.

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Story summary

Sixteen states led by Pennsylvania sued the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration for withholding $2.15 billion in Congressionally approved funding for EV charging programs.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro said the Department of Transportation blocks Congressionally approved funding for EV infrastructure and job creation.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta said actions undermine air pollution and climate goals.
The lawsuit follows litigation after a federal judge ordered release of EV charger funds.

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