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Trump Worries Potamac Will ‘Smell Like Poop’ on July 4th
President Trump blames Maryland Democrats for the spill of over 200 million gallons of sewage into the Potomac, raising concerns about foul odors impacting summer semiquincentennial events.
- On Feb. 18, 2026, President Donald Trump said he is worried the Potomac could emit a sewage odor during America 250 events, which include a UFC match, an IndyCar race and fireworks on July 4, 2026.
- A Potomac Interceptor section collapsed on Jan. 19 in Cabin John, Maryland, and DC Water reported roughly 243 million gallons overflowed until pumps installed Jan. 24 diverted flow after Jan. 29.
- The University of Maryland ranked the spill among the largest in U.S. history and detected heightened fecal bacteria, while Washington's Department of Energy and Environment warned local residents and pet owners to avoid contact with the Potomac.
- President has blamed Maryland Democrats and urged Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C., to clean up the mess immediately, while Moore asked Trump to intervene and said the pipe is on federal land.
- Many sites are expected to see increased visitors this year as Americans flock to celebrate the America 250 semiquincentennial, with officials urging cooperation to fix Potomac odor issues, as President Trump expressed concern.
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Trump worries Potomac ‘will still stink’ during America250 celebration after massive sewage spill
Trump is worried the Potomac River sewage leak will stink during America250 celebrations after millions of gallons of raw sewage spilled into the water in January.
·New York, United States
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Trump Worries Potamac Will ‘Smell Like Poop’ on July 4th
President Trump is worried the stench from a massive sewage spill in the Potomac River could linger in the nation’s capital this summer during his planned celebrations for the country’s 250th birthday, USA Today reports.
·New York, United States
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