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Tag: glyphosate ban

Despite pressure from US and Bayer, Mexico will ban glyphosate

“Our rationale is based on the precautionary principle in the face of environmental risks as well as the right of the Mexican government to take action in favor of the public good.”

Bayer and US officials pressure Mexico to overturn glyphosate ban

“Will they continue the pattern of doing the bidding of global biotech/seed firms like Monsanto? Or, will the USTR respect other countries’ rights to protect the environment and indigenous crops?”

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143 million Americans may be exposed to toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water

Millions of Americans face exposure to toxic PFAS chemicals in drinking water, with new EPA data revealing the extent of contamination and fears of regulatory rollbacks under a Trump administration.

Musk and Ramaswamy’s DOGE: Mass firings, deregulation, and the erosion of federal protections

Critics argue that these plans will erode social safety nets, undermine public services, and disproportionately benefit corporate interests.

Sierra Club sounds alarm, nominee Lee Zeldin ‘unqualified’ to head EPA

“The best-case scenario is that the EPA will lose four years in the fight for the planet. The worst-case scenario should send a shudder down your spine.”

House passes bill granting Treasury power to shut down nonprofits without evidence, sparking free...

Legislation dubbed the “nonprofit killer” faces backlash over potential threats to free speech and civil liberties.

David Huitema confirmed as ethics Czar amid fears of Trump’s return and conflict of...

As Trump’s second term looms, the Senate confirmed David Huitema to lead the Office of Government Ethics. Advocates praise the move, but critics warn of a tough road ahead for government accountability.