EPA Faces Criticism Over Air Quality Rollbacks Amid Rising Pollution Concerns
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is under scrutiny for its regulatory rollbacks, which critics argue are undermining public health protections against air pollution. The American Lung Association's recent report highlights a deterioration in air quality across the United States, with nearly half of the population living in areas with unhealthy air. The report identifies ozone and particle pollution as significant threats, with Los Angeles and Bakersfield, California, noted for having the worst pollution levels. Bangor, Maine, stands out as the only city meeting all clean air criteria. The EPA's deregulatory actions, described as the largest in U.S. history, include reconsidering regulations on power plants and vehicle emissions, raising concerns about increased health risks. 
