Senate Democrats Say Trump’s EPA Curries Corporate Favor By Weakening Air Pollution Standards

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By By Lisa SorgFeb 17, 2026, 6:15 pm119 ptsTrending
Ozone and particulate matter air pollutants cause over 100,000 premature deaths per year and affect the health of millions of Americans. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said last month that his agency would stop considering those costs when drafting new regulations. By Lisa Sorg Senate Democrats have launched an…

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