PolicySaturday, February 21, 2026The Guardian
Trump approves federal emergency declaration for Potomac River sewage spill
President Trump has approved a federal emergency declaration in response to a significant sewage spill in the Potomac River, where millions of gallons of untreated sewage have been leaking due to a ruptured pipe since last month. This declaration will facilitate federal resources to address the environmental crisis and mitigate its impacts on public health and waterways.
