Rivian Secures $6.6B Federal Loan for Georgia EV Plant Amid Political Debate

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Rivian Secures $6.6B Federal Loan for Georgia EV Plant Amid Political Debate
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Vivek Ramaswamy criticized the Biden administration's $6.6 billion loan to Rivian for an EV factory in Georgia, calling it a political move against Elon Musk. The loan, part of the Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program, aims to create 7,500 jobs. Ramaswamy, set to lead the "Department of Government Efficiency" with Musk under Trump, argues the cost per job is excessive. The Biden administration has been promoting EV adoption, but many policies may be rolled back under Trump, including tax incentives and federal grants.

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