In a sweeping move, President Donald Trump has signed a series of executive orders targeting clean vehicle policies and electric vehicle (EV) funding. Among the first acts of his new administration, these orders effectively pull the plug on key initiatives from the previous administration, including the Biden-era push for widespread EV adoption and charging infrastructure. One of the most significant changes is the halt of the $7.5 billion allocated for EV charging networks under the Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act of 2021. Programs like the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) and the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) were designed to build fast-charging corridors along federal highways and expand coverage in underserved areas. Now, these programs are on pause, with agencies instructed to review their policies and ensure any future spending aligns with Trump’s vision. In addition to cutting funding, Trump’s executive order titled “Unleashing American Energy” dismantles former President Biden’s goal of having 50% of all new car sales be electric by 2032. The order emphasizes “consumer choice” and a “level regulatory field” for vehicle sales, signaling a shift away from promoting EVs. These changes come as part of a broader effort to roll back what Trump calls the “Green New Deal,” a collection of policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions and boosting clean energy. While the impact of these orders remains to be seen, they mark a stark reversal in the nation’s approach to environmental and transportation policies. For now, the future of EV funding and clean vehicle initiatives hangs in the balance as agencies reassess their roles in light of the new administration’s directives.