Opinion | A reckoning on the Potomac sewage spill
The Washington Post • 2/16/2026 – 2/18/2026
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Story Timeline
- 2026-02-16
- 2026-02-17
- 2026-02-18Opinion | A reckoning on the Potomac sewage spill (current)
- 2026-02-19
AnalysisRisk 25
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Strong consensus: 4 independent sources
Age: 1 day(s) old - still early
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Trump says US government to step in to protect Potomac River after sewage leak
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