Trump pardons nine mechanics convicted of tampering with truck pollution controls

Nine mechanics convicted of disabling emission-control systems on tens of thousands of heavy-duty trucks have been pardoned by President Trump, rolling back enforcement of clean air standards for commercial vehicles.

First covered Jul 7, 2026 · 4:31 PM PT · 1 article

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4h CleanTechnica In Latest Pro-Polluter Move, Trump Pardons Mechanics that Tampered with Vehicle Pollution Controls for Trucks — Right before the July 4th weekend, Donald Trump pardoned nine mechanics that were convicted for tampering with vehicle pollution controls on heavy-duty…

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cbsnews.com Trump announces pardons for pollution violators prosecuted for "fixing their car" - CBS News

Appeared in: 2026-07-08 (#3)

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