BYD Americas, Chinese EV maker's US subsidiary, donated large sums to Dems, raising concerns over influence in US politics.
Chinese EV maker BYD's US subsidiary, BYD Americas, has given large campaign donations to Dems, raising concerns over potential influence in US politics. Contributions, totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars, targeted prominent figures like CA Gov Gavin Newsom. BYD Americas was identified in two National Defense Authorization Acts, with a 2020 provision prohibiting use of public funds to support China-related transportation companies.
July 20, 2024
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