President’s Rollback Of Water Protections Will Face Waves Of Opposition

A measure has been signed by the president to rescind a major Obama administration water regulation and direct an end to the government’s defense of the rule.

The Waters of the United States rule expanded the number of waterways that are federally protected under the Clean Water Act.

The rule has faced intense opposition from farmers, energy companies and Republicans in Congress, including Michigan congressman John Moolenar.

Withdrawal of the act will likely face court challenges from some Democratic state attorneys general and environmental groups.