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POLITICO Energy
Why Granholm’s 2023 EV road trip is getting criticism once again
Jan 9, 2025
Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm's 2023 electric vehicle road trip faces renewed scrutiny due to an inspector general's report highlighting travel policy violations. The trip sparked backlash over charging access and expenses, drawing Republican investigations. Meanwhile, the government reported a complete lack of interest from oil companies in Arctic lease sales, underscoring the ongoing tension between evolving energy policies and market realities. The discussion sheds light on the challenges of navigating clean energy initiatives amid political and economic pressures.
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- Secretary Granholm's EV road trip faced scrutiny due to financial missteps, including excessive travel expenses and improper use of government funds.
- The lack of interest from oil companies in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge lease sale highlights ongoing challenges in the energy sector's transition.
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Controversial EV Road Trip
The episode highlights the financial missteps of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm’s four-day electric vehicle road trip aimed at promoting the administration’s EV agenda. The trip, intended to showcase electric vehicle charging infrastructure and clean energy investments, received negative attention when Granholm's staff parked a non-electric vehicle in a charging spot, blocking access for a family who then called the police. This incident sparked further scrutiny from Republican lawmakers, who launched an investigation into the travel expenses related to the trip, citing concerns of potential fraud. The situation reflects broader tensions over the Biden administration's EV policies and the utilization of taxpayer money.
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