EPA's Andrew Wheeler announces the new rule that replaces an Obama-era 2015 definition of the waters protected under the Clean Water Act. But Pro's Annie Snider says this rule is headed straight to court. Plus, one of the FERC board members announces he'll leave the agency.
EPA's administrator Andrew Wheeler announces the agency's new rule defining the reach of the Clean Water Act. The new rule, which replaces the Obama administration's 2015 definition, narrows the scope of the bodies of water that get federal protections. Plus, Bernard McNamee, one of the 3 FERC commissioners announces he won't be looking for a second term, threatening the agency's ability to vote on key issues.
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