Elon Musk's EV ambitions face political and policy hurdles

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Elon Musk and Donald Trump have diverging views on climate change and clean energy, leading to tensions despite past collaborations. Musk's opposition to recent Republican-led budget bills that cut EV tax credits and increased deficits highlights ongoing political and ideological divides over clean technology. Public opinion also shows a partisan split on EV adoption and policies to end gasoline car sales, reflecting broader political disagreements on climate solutions. Despite setbacks, the momentum for renewable energy and electric vehicles continues to grow.
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