Gavin Newsom threatens intervention if Trump kills Biden’s $7.5K EV tax credit
Gov. Gavin Newsom is gearing up to combat President-elect Donald Trump’s potential rollback of green energy policies put in place by President Joe Biden. Reports indicate that Trump is considering eliminating a tax credit of up to $7,500 that incentivizes the purchase of environmentally friendly vehicles. In response to this threat, Newsom has announced plans to offer a similar rebate for electric vehicles (EVs) in California if the federal credit is eliminated.
“Consumers continue to prove the skeptics wrong – zero-emission vehicles are here to stay,” Newsom stated. “We will intervene if the Trump Administration eliminates the federal tax credit, doubling down on our commitment to clean air and green jobs in California. We’re not turning back on a clean transportation future — we’re going to make it more affordable for people to drive vehicles that don’t pollute.”
The proposed Golden State EV credits would be funded through a revival of the Clean Vehicle Rebate Program, an electric car incentive program that ceased in November 2023. Newsom’s announcement comes just ahead of an emergency special session he called after the election to strengthen California’s legal defense against potential attacks from the incoming Trump administration.
Newsom has a track record of challenging Trump’s policies, having initiated over 100 lawsuits against the president-elect during his first term. By taking proactive measures to safeguard California’s green energy initiatives, Newsom aims to uphold the state’s commitment to environmental sustainability and economic growth.
The original article was written by Aubrie Spady for Fox News Digital. As we rewrite this content for a WordPress platform, we aim to maintain the integrity of the information while ensuring its uniqueness and relevance to current events. Stay tuned for more updates on California’s efforts to advance green energy initiatives in the face of potential policy changes at the federal level.
