A new report by American Rivers warns that the Trump administration’s significant cuts to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and deregulation of fossil fuels and water-intensive datacenters could severely threaten America’s rivers, particularly the Mississippi, which is crucial for drinking water for over 50 municipalities. The report highlights that these actions will exacerbate existing environmental issues like chemical runoff, drought, and flooding, jeopardizing food and water supplies for millions. It emphasizes the urgent need for federal leadership in flood-risk management and river restoration to protect vulnerable ecosystems and communities.
