EPA sued over public records request for nitrate research

Food & Water Watch is taking the EPA to court because it hasn't shared information about a nitrate assessment it had requested. The group believes this research would have helped update drinking water standards for nitrates and nitrites. This lawsuit highlights the ongoing tension between environmental groups and federal agencies over transparency and the need for up-to-date regulations to protect public health from harmful contaminants. It's a significant move as it could push the EPA to release crucial data that might otherwise remain hidden.