Republicans Prepare To Overturn Rule Protecting Waterways From Mining

Scott Slesinger, legislative director at the Natural Resources Defense Council, disputed McConnell’s claims, saying the rule has had “virtually no impact on jobs.” He argued that Republicans are invoking the CRA simply so they can “show something on coal,” given Trump’s campaign promises to revive the industry. But the fuel isn’t as cheap, or as desirable, as it once was ? and that’s not because of the new regulations.