Senator Condemns Slow Rollout of $5B EV Charging Program

Only seven stations operational three years after program launch, sparking criticism of administrative failures.

Federal Highway Administration acknowledges frustration with slow deployment and multiple state-level challenges.
Senator Jeff Merkley labels the progress as 'pathetic' and calls for immediate fixes.
The Biden Administration aims to establish 500,000 charging ports nationwide, with high-speed chargers every 50 miles on major highways.
Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm expects 1,000 stations to be operational by year-end, despite current setbacks.
Republican lawmakers also express concerns over the program's implementation and effectiveness.