"Biden's Controversial Visit to East Palestine Toxic Train Wreck Site"

The White House is touting its response to the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, last year, highlighting federal efforts led by the EPA and Department of Transportation to clear the site and support the community. President Biden plans to visit the site next month, despite never declaring a national emergency, which Ohio officials repeatedly requested. The administration has shipped tons of waste and wastewater from the site, tested air quality, and supported local residents, but has not issued a disaster declaration, prompting criticism from Ohio officials.