California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) announced his intentions on Friday to help launch a multistate, clean car-focused coalition after the Senate voted to upend the Golden State's stricter-than-federal emissions rules the previous day.

The Affordable Clean Cars Coalition will work on sustaining the country's transition to cleaner and more affordable cars, while also supporting U.S. automotive manufacturers and preserving the authority of states to control their air quality, according to the announcement.

The 11-state coalition will be housed under the umbrella of the U.S. Climate Alliance —........

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