Governor Gavin Newsom says the resolutions are illegal
In a significant move, former President Donald Trump has blocked California's plan to ban the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035, arguing that the state's regulations infringe on federal authority and could harm the U.S. auto industry. This decision reverses the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) previous approval under the Biden administration, which had allowed California to implement stricter emissions standards. Trump's action is seen as a victory for automakers and oil companies, who have long opposed the state's aggressive push towards electric vehicles. The move has sparked controversy, with environmental groups and some political leaders condemning it as a setback for climate action, while supporters of the decision argue it protects consumer choice and supports the traditional automotive sector.