1. United States
2. Ill.
3. Letter

The Trump administration's move to oust EPA staff in the Great Lakes region puts the drinking water of over 30 million people at risk of contamination. This region has historically faced significant water pollution issues from industries, making the EPA's oversight and enforcement of clean water laws critical. Cutting staff dedicated to protecting our water supply prioritizes corporate profits over public health. We call on our representatives to vigorously oppose these actions that endanger vital environmental safeguards. Access to clean, safe drinking water should be a basic right for all Americans, not a privilege reserved for those who can afford costly filtration systems. Our freshwater resources are invaluable public assets that must be fiercely protected from industrial pollution and mismanagement.