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How DOGE undercut Trump’s California water plan

Mar 4, 2025
10:24

The Department of Government Efficiency has hobbled the federal agency that delivers water across California, a move that inadvertently undercuts President Donald Trump’s plan to address the state’s water crisis. POLITICO’s Annie Snider breaks down how DOGE's actions are in direct conflict with the president’s policy goals. Plus, Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin on Monday requested an inspector general probe of the management of a $20 billion climate fund held by Citibank.


Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro. 

Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy. 

Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO.

Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO.

Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. 

Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.


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