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EPA head Lee Zeldin demanded Mexico halt the flow of billions of gallons of sewage polluting the Pacific Ocean off Southern California. The pollution has closed beaches and sickened Navy SEALs. Zeldin will present Mexico with a plan to address the decades-long crisis, though he didn't specify consequences for inaction. While Mexico's environment secretary expressed a desire for collaboration, Zeldin emphasized the urgency of the situation and the lack of patience for further delays. Millions have been allocated to cleanup, but Mexican government delays have hampered progress. New Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum's administration is reportedly committed to resolving the issue.

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