From: The Hill
"EPA is always interested in improving its processes while maintaining environmental protection. Contrary to the speculation by certain parties, EPA is working to protect the public interest and transparently carry out its work," an EPA spokesman said in a statement. News of the rule change, first announced by the Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility on Friday, came the same week President Trump held his environmental leadership speech at the White House. Trump preached the role his administration has played in bringing top-notch water and air protections to the U.S."