States Sue Trump Over Toxic Air Pollution Rule Repeal
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A coalition of 21 states and local governments have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for repealing a key rule on toxic air pollutants from power plants. The Mercury and Air Toxics Standards rule, which sets limits on harmful substances like mercury, arsenic, lead, and acid gases, was strengthened in 2024 but was axed last month. The administration claims the repeal ensures affordable energy and saves $670 million in compliance costs. However, the suit argues the move lacks solid reasoning and ignores tech advances. States like Arizona, Connecticut, Illinois, New York, and Wisconsin, along with D.C., New York City, Chicago, and Harris County in Texas, are joining the fight, claiming the repeal endangers public health. The Rhode Island attorney general called it reckless, ignoring the real dangers of plant emissions. The battle now heads to the courts to determine if the standards will remain in place.
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