Trump Criticizes EV Mandates at RNC, Vows to Stop “Green New Deal”

Written by Cláudio Afonso | LinkedIn | X

At the Republican National Convention, Donald Trump criticized green energy policies, calling them a “scam” and pledging to redirect funds to traditional infrastructure projects. He vowed to end electric vehicle mandates and support the U.S. auto industry. Trump also criticized UAW leadership for failing its members. Former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy mentioned his role in bridging communication between Trump and Elon Musk, emphasizing their shared beliefs. Trump reaffirmed his commitment to reversing Biden’s climate change measures in a meeting with top U.S. oil executives. EV sales in the US surged by 40 percent in 2023, reaching 1.2 million vehicles.