U.S. ends antitrust probe of automakers over California emissions deal
The U.S. Justice Department has abandoned its antitrust investigation of four automakers that drew scrutiny for reaching a deal with California to clamp down on vehicle pollution.
The backing down was confirmed by two people familiar with the matter who spoke on the condition they not be identified.last year with California regulators.Advertisement “These trumped up charges were always a sham — a blatant attempt by the Trump administration to prevent more automakers from joining California and agreeing to stronger emissions standards,” Newsom said in a statement.
“This is a big loss for the President and his weaponization of federal agencies — and a victory for anyone who cares about the rule of law and clean air.”
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