Seattle, Washington, December 17, 2025
Sixteen states and the District of Columbia have launched a lawsuit against the Trump administration, claiming the illegal withholding of over $2 billion intended for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The funds, part of a bipartisan infrastructure law, are crucial for expanding EV charging networks, aiming to combat climate change and promote clean transportation. The case is spearheaded by California and Colorado, among others, highlighting the possible economic repercussions of stalled infrastructure development. The Trump administration has not yet commented on this legal challenge.
Seattle, Washington – Sixteen states and the District of Columbia have taken a substantial legal action against the Trump administration, alleging the unlawful withholding of over $2 billion in funding for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington, challenges the suspension of funds allocated under the bipartisan infrastructure law that was passed during the prior administration.
These funds include $1.8 billion earmarked for the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant program and approximately $350 million from the Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator program. These programs were designed to enhance the EV charging network, with the twin aims of reducing pollution and promoting clean transportation.
The lawsuit is spearheaded by attorneys general from California and Colorado, with participation from attorneys general representing Arizona, Delaware, Illinois, and others from various states, alongside the governor of Pennsylvania. These plaintiffs argue that the withholding of these funds undermines the fight against climate change, stifles potential economic growth, and hinders the development of essential infrastructure.
This legal action follows a previous lawsuit from May, which successfully resulted in a federal judge ordering the release of funds from a $5 billion program. The current lawsuit, however, specifically addresses the withholding of funds from the two aforementioned programs.
As of now, the Trump administration has yet to comment on this latest legal challenge. The resolution of this lawsuit could have significant implications for the future of EV infrastructure development, as well as for the broader transition toward clean transportation in the United States.
### FAQ Section
- What is the lawsuit about?
- The lawsuit alleges that the Trump administration unlawfully withheld over $2 billion in funding for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, including $1.8 billion from the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant program and approximately $350 million from the Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator program.
- Which states are involved in the lawsuit?
- The lawsuit is led by attorneys general from California and Colorado, and includes attorneys general from Arizona, Delaware, Illinois, and others, as well as the governor of Pennsylvania.
- What is the purpose of the funds in question?
- The funds were allocated under the bipartisan infrastructure law to support the expansion of EV charging networks, aiming to reduce pollution and promote clean transportation.
- Has the Trump administration commented on the lawsuit?
- As of now, the Trump administration has not commented on the latest lawsuit.
- What was the outcome of the previous lawsuit filed in May?
- A federal judge ordered the release of funds from the $5 billion program in May.
| Key Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Amount of Withheld Funds | Over $2 billion, including $1.8 billion from the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant program and approximately $350 million from the Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator program. |
| States Involved | California, Colorado, Arizona, Delaware, Illinois, District of Columbia, and Pennsylvania. |
| Purpose of Funds | To support the expansion of EV charging networks, aiming to reduce pollution and promote clean transportation. |
| Previous Legal Action | A federal judge ordered the release of funds from the $5 billion program in May. |
| Current Status | The Trump administration has not commented on the latest lawsuit. |
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