These judges are out of control.
A federal judge nominated by President Joe Biden has just handed the Biden administration a major legal victory—at the expense of President Donald Trump’s efforts to rein in reckless government spending.
On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Tana Lin, a Biden appointee, ordered the Trump administration to release billions in taxpayer-funded subsidies for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across 14 mostly liberal-run states. These funds were originally allocated under Biden’s 2021 “Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act,” a trillion-dollar spending package packed with green energy programs.
Biden-Appointed Judge Forces Release of Frozen EV Funds
The ruling came in the form of a partial preliminary injunction directing the immediate distribution of EV infrastructure money to California, New York, Washington, Oregon, New Jersey, Illinois, and several other states with Democrat governors.
Judge Lin claimed the Trump administration violated the so-called “separation of powers” by halting the release of funds earlier this year. But conservatives argue President Trump was simply exercising common-sense executive oversight over a bloated, politically motivated spending spree.
Trump Paused the Funds to Review Biden’s Climate Agenda
In February 2025, President Trump’s administration paused funding for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program, citing misuse, lack of transparency, and the need to align programs with America First energy policies.
The Trump administration argued that Biden’s EV scheme was a boondoggle for Big Green interests, rewarding Democrat donors and pushing an anti-fossil fuel agenda that hurts working Americans and seniors living on fixed incomes.
Liberal States Sue to Force Taxpayer Spending on EV Projects
Sixteen Democrat-led states—along with Washington, D.C.—sued the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration, demanding the Trump administration immediately unlock the federal funds, regardless of the program’s wastefulness or partisan origins.
While Judge Lin approved funding for 14 states, she acknowledged that Minnesota, Vermont, and D.C. did not present sufficient evidence of “irreparable harm” to justify immediate payouts.
California Democrats Celebrate—Taxpayers Foot the Bill
Unsurprisingly, California Attorney General Rob Bonta, a close ally of Gov. Gavin Newsom, praised the ruling. Bonta accused the Trump administration of favoring “Big Oil” and blocking “progress,” even though many Americans remain skeptical of EV mandates and rising electricity costs.
Bonta boasted, “We are pleased with today’s order blocking the Administration’s unconstitutional attempt,” and promised California would continue to push back against “executive branch overreach”—a stunning claim considering Biden’s repeated use of executive power to push his green agenda.
Trump Admin Has One Week to Appeal—Fight Isn’t Over
Although the ruling represents a temporary setback, the Trump administration still has time to respond. Judge Lin gave the administration seven days to file an appeal before her order goes into effect on July 2.
The fight over EV infrastructure highlights the growing divide between Biden’s climate-first policies and Trump’s pro-energy, pro-freedom agenda. With the 2024 election behind us and President Trump back in the White House, the battle over how your tax dollars are spent is far from over.
🔹 Key Takeaways for Conservative Readers:
- Billions in Biden-era climate spending just got reactivated by a Biden-appointed judge.
- Trump paused the program to protect taxpayers and prioritize energy independence.
- Democrat states sued to force federal funds for EV chargers—even amid growing pushback.
- Your voice—and your vote—still matter. The Trump administration is fighting back.