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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Josh Boak

White House urging higher fines for train safety violations

Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved

The White House is calling on congressional Republicans to increase the fines levied on rail companies for safety violations, as a fiery Feb. 3 train derailment in Ohio has become a political lightning rod.

There are still safety and health concerns among residents of East Palestine after dozens of train cars being pulled by Norfolk Southern went off the tracks and released chemicals into the area. The incident has now evolved into a feud between Democrats and Republicans.

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