The conservative wing of the Supreme Court appears to align with San Francisco in challenging the vague water regulations set forth by the E.P.A.
The core issue revolves around the Clean Water Act of 1972 and whether the E.P.A. can broadly regulate wastewater disposal into the Pacific Ocean.
Justice Clarence Thomas' inquiry underscores the justices’ struggle to understand the fundamental problems arising from current sewage discharge permits.
San Francisco's collaboration with oil companies and business groups against the federal government signifies an unusual alliance in environmental regulation debates.
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