Biden-era rule

A federal appeals court rejected the Environmental Protection Agency's attempt to abandon a Biden-era rule restricting soot pollution from industrial sources. The decision blocks efforts to weaken standards for pollution from coal-fired plants, factories, and other industrial facilities, marking a setback for the Trump administration's deregulatory agenda.

A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration's attempt to abandon a Biden-era EPA rule imposing stricter standards for soot pollution. The ruling upholds a 2024 standard limiting fine particle pollution to 9 micrograms per cubic meter of air, down from 12 micrograms, and criticizes the EPA's arguments as lacking merit. Environmental groups praised the decision as a public health victory, while opponents argued it would increase costs for businesses and families.

A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration's attempt to abandon a Biden-era rule that tightens soot pollution standards. The court found the EPA's arguments lacked merit, upholding a 9 microgram per cubic meter annual limit on fine particle pollution. The decision supports public health benefits projected by the Biden-era rule, which aims to reduce asthma cases and premature deaths.

A federal appeals court rejected the Environmental Protection Agency's attempt to abandon a Biden-era rule that imposes strict standards for soot pollution. The court's decision upholds regulations targeting deadly soot emissions.

The Trump administration approved Chinese-owned Volvo to continue selling cars in the US, despite a Biden-era rule banning most China-connected vehicles and tariffs blocking Chinese EV makers. US officials clarified the Volvo exception is not indicative of broader approvals, while lawmakers have pushed for stricter restrictions citing national security concerns. President Donald Trump has expressed support for Chinese car plants in the US.