Potomac Sewage Spill Becomes Political Battleground as 240 Million Gallons Foul River

One of the largest sewage spills in U.S. history — more than 240 million gallons dumped into the Potomac River — has become a political flashpoint. President Trump pressured DC, Maryland, and Virginia officials to 'call politely' for federal help, while Maryland Gov. Wes Moore fired back demanding FEMA funds. The aging pipe that caused the spill may take months to repair, leaving ecological damage that could persist through most of 2026.