Pollution Isn't Partisan—EPA Talks Tijuana River Pollution Crisis

Public Announcement
8 hours ago
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Yesterday I met with Administrator Lee Zeldin, head of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, to push for urgent federal action on the Tijuana River pollution crisis.

Why does that matter to you?

Because toxic air, sewage contamination, and years of beach closures aren’t policy debates - they’re a daily health risk for South Bay families, and our community has waited far too long for real solutions.

That’s why I was clear with the EPA: we need action now.

While we continue fighting to stop pollution at its source, the County hasn’t stood still. We’ve secured funding to expand the free air purifier program, helping thousands of households breathe safer air at home right now. Air purifiers are a critical step but they’re not the finish line. This meeting was about making sure the federal government does its part to end this crisis for good.

Pollution isn’t partisan, and I remain committed to working across the aisle with federal partners and leaders at every level of government who are ready to take the bold action necessary to end this crisis and deliver real, long-lasting relief for our residents. We deserve clean air, clean water, and accountability. I’m not backing down.