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FACT FOCUS: Posts misrepresent Biden administration spending on EV charging stations
Some social media users are claiming that the Biden spent billions of dollars to build a handful of EV charging stations.
US labor board judge rules Exxon’s Texas refinery union lockout was legal
Exxon Mobil's 10-month lockout of 600 union workers at its Beaumont refinery was ruled legal by an NLRB judge, sparking appeals.
Exxon lobbyist investigated over hack-and-leak of environmentalist emails, sources say
The operation involved mercenary hackers who successfully breached the email accounts of environmental activists and others, sources said.
BlackRock, Vanguard, State Street sued by Republican states over climate push
Wednesday's complaint filed in the federal court in Tyler, Texas, is among the highest profile lawsuits targeting efforts to promote ESG.
Biden’s public lands director named to lead environmental group
Tracy Stone-Manning, Biden's Bureau of Land Management director, named president of The Wilderness Society starting February.
Analysis: GM and other US automakers would take big hit from Trump tariffs
Trump's proposed 25 per cent import tax on Mexico and Canada could hurt U.S. automakers, raise vehicle prices, and harm consumers.
US energy lobbying groups wary about Trump tariffs threat
U.S. oil and gas groups express concern over Trump's tariff threat on Canada and Mexico, warning of potential industry impacts.
GE reaches $362.5 million shareholder settlement over power unit
GE will pay $362.5 million to resolve a shareholder lawsuit over hidden risks at its power business.
Aviation sector officials warn of Trump effect on green jet fuels
Green jet fuel expansion could face setbacks under Trump, as officials fear losing tax credits vital to the sector.
Biden administration will loan $6.6 billion to Rivian to build Georgia factory that automaker paused
The Biden administration announced a $6.6B loan to Rivian to build its fuel-efficient vehicles and work toward profitability.
