Sean Duffy, the newly appointed head of the Department of Transportation under President Trump, wasted no time shaking things up. Just hours after being sworn in, he issued a memo to scrap the nation’s fuel efficiency standards, claiming it will make cars cheaper for everyday Americans.

The memo calls for an immediate review of all fuel economy rules, particularly targeting stricter measures introduced by the previous administration. Duffy argues these standards have unnecessarily driven up car prices while pushing a "radical Green New Deal agenda." In his view, rolling back these rules will give consumers more freedom and affordability when buying vehicles.

Critics, however, worry this move will lead to increased pollution and undermine efforts to combat climate change. Duffy countered by saying the changes aim to remove "regulatory barriers" and create a fairer market for consumer choice.

This decision aligns with the Trump administration’s broader push to reduce environmental regulations, sparking fresh debate about the balance between economic interests and environmental protection. What’s clear is that Duffy’s quick action signals a major shift in how the government approaches transportation policy.

For now, the debate continues on whether cheaper cars are worth the cost to the planet.