Biden administration faces scrutiny over slow rollout of EV charging stations after $7.5 billion investment

The Biden administration has faced criticism for the slow rollout of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, with only 102 operational units in nine states after spending $7.5 billion. The goal is to install 500,000 stations by 2030. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg stated that the funds have not yet been fully spent, and most chargers are expected to be built in the latter half of the decade. The initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions and support the transition to electric vehicles. Despite the slow progress, additional funding has been announced, including $521 million for EV infrastructure across 29 states. However, EV sales have declined, raising concerns about the demand for electric vehicles among consumers.