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After a Billion-Dollar Oil Disaster, a Louisiana Community Fights for Relief
Residents remain uncertain about their water, their health, and whether legal action will help them.
Trump EPA Plan Would Restrict Public’s Right to Know About Climate Pollution
“The problems don’t go away when the reporting goes away,” says the Corporate Toxics Information Project’s co-director.
States That Cut Environmental Agencies Face Crisis as Trump Deregulation Unfolds
Budget slashing and staff cuts have made states vulnerable to Trump's efforts to dismantle the EPA.
Trump’s EPA Nearly Doubles Amount of Formaldehyde Considered “Safe” to Inhale
Formaldehyde is a widespread pollutant that causes far more cancer than any other chemical in the air.
How Government Shutdowns Leave Polluting Legacies
Previous pauses in EPA enforcement indicate that a lack of federal oversight can embolden polluters.
Trump Cuts and Climate Change Compound Worry in Alaska After Typhoon Disaster
“Storms are going to get worse, and it’s not going to be livable,” said a tribal leader from the village of Akiak.
Why Hasn’t Trump’s EPA Released the Toxicity Report on This “Forever Chemical”?
PFNA is in the drinking water systems of 26 million people and could cause developmental, liver, and reproductive harms.
Trump Admin Acted on 80 Percent of Industry’s Regulatory Requests in 8 Months
Researchers and watchdog groups say the level of industry influence in this administration is unprecedented.
Government Shutdown Gives Trump Yet Another Opportunity to Expand His Power
Project 2025 architect Russell Vought wants to seize the shutdown to further slash spending with mass federal layoffs.
EPA Plan Would Weaken Safeguards Against Toxic Chemicals in Everyday Products
Proposed changes are in line with suggestions from the National Association of Manufacturers’ “wishlist” sent to Trump.