Maryland Governor Blames Trump For Massive Sewage Spill That Started In His State

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Maryland Governor Blames Trump For Massive Sewage Spill That Started In His State

1 sourceUpdated Jul 2, 2026

Democratic Maryland Gov. Wes Moore blamed President Donald Trump on Monday for the massive sewage spill in the Potomac River that caused dangerous bacteria levels. Trump ordered the federal government on Monday to help…

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