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Published on 2025-01-31 11:01:38 - MSN
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  • And that would be unfortunate," the Former DOT secretary told The Verge. "The work we've done to make EVs more affordable is part of why there are more and more jobs being created in the industrial Midwest,

The article from MSN discusses how former President Donald Trump's Department of Transportation (DOT) head, Elaine Chao, significantly influenced the auto industry through regulatory changes. Chao, who was married to Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, was accused of favoring the coal industry over electric vehicles (EVs) by delaying or weakening regulations that would have supported the transition to cleaner transportation. This included postponing fuel efficiency standards and rolling back emissions rules, which were seen as a "political gut punch" to the auto industry's shift towards sustainability. Critics argue that these actions not only slowed down the adoption of EVs but also potentially cost the U.S. in terms of innovation and environmental progress. The article highlights the tension between traditional automotive interests and the push for greener technology, illustrating how political decisions can shape industry directions.

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