In April, Donald Trump was at a rally in Michigan with a bunch of police officers around him. He took a moment to slam electric cars, calling President Joe Biden’s push for them “one of the dumbest” decisions ever. Then, he quickly shifted gears, praising the police officers for their work, saying they’re the “best people in the world.” 

It might seem strange that Trump, who’s known for backing traditional cars, is getting pushback from law enforcement. After all, many police office...