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Donald Trump May Block US Government And Military From Buying More EVs


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Published in Politics and Government on Thursday, December 19th 2024 at 11:41 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Military vehicle manufacturers have already invested in EVs. The incoming President may scrap a mandate for government fleets to only include EVs by 2027. Donald Trump is due to return to the Oval Office next month,

The article from MSN discusses former President Donald Trump's potential policy to block the U.S. government and military from purchasing additional electric vehicles (EVs). This move is part of Trump's broader critique of the Biden administration's push towards electric vehicles, which he has labeled as part of a "Green New Scam." Trump's stance is rooted in his skepticism about the benefits of EVs, focusing instead on promoting domestic oil and gas production. He has criticized the reliance on foreign minerals for EV batteries, arguing that it compromises U.S. energy independence. This policy, if implemented, would reverse the current trend where the U.S. government has been actively transitioning its fleet to electric vehicles, aiming to reduce emissions and meet climate goals. The article also mentions that Trump's approach could face significant opposition from environmental groups, EV manufacturers, and parts of the automotive industry that have invested heavily in electric technology.

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