Washington, D.C. — A political firestorm erupted this week after the U.S. Senate voted 51-44 to block California’s ability to set its own strict vehicle emissions rules.The controversial decision immediately triggered backlash, with several Democratic lawmakers storming out in protest.
California, long recognized as a national leader in environmental policy, is now preparing to take the battle to federal court — accusing Congress of caving to fossil fuel giants at the expense of public health.