California vows to 'fight this stupidity' as EPA moves to scrap clean car rules

Governor Jerry Brown calls administration's proposal to weaken Obama-era emissions rules 'reckless' and a 'betrayal'

The Trump administration has moved to weaken US vehicle emissions standards and has set up a major confrontation with California by scrapping its ability to enact stricter pollution standards and mandate the sale of electric cars.

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