Trump directs federal government to intervene in Potomac sewage spill
The Washington Post • 2/16/2026 – 2/17/2026
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
7h
Age
3
Sources
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5
Hours Since Seen
Final Score37/100
CategoryBreaking
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier93% (0.5^5/48)
Hero EligibleYes
Story Timeline
- 2026-02-16
- 2026-02-17Trump directs federal government to intervene in Potomac sewage spill (current)
Score BreakdownRisk 40
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Emerging consensus: 3 sources
Age: Breaking news - too recent to assess longevity
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