Trump considers narrowing water pollution protections

The Trump administration announced it will review potential tightening of Clean Water Act safeguards, specifically targeting protections for streams and wetlands. The Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers released a joint statement indicating a willingness to narrow the scope of water pollution rules that currently shield these habitats. Critics warn that such changes could weaken environmental oversight and harm water quality, while supporters argue it would reduce regulatory burdens on businesses. The move follows a broader push by the administration to roll back environmental regulations enacted under previous administrations.

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment   The Big Story Trump considers narrowing water pollution protections The Trump administration on Friday said it will consider further narrowing protections for streams and wetlands under the Clean Water Act © Mike Catalini, Associated Press The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers issued a...