VP Vance visits East Palestine for toxic train derailment anniversary, highlighting ongoing health concerns.
Vice President J.D. Vance and other officials will visit East Palestine, Ohio, on the two-year anniversary of a train derailment that released toxic chemicals, leading to the evacuation of thousands. The incident has raised long-term health concerns, and East Palestine reached a $22 million settlement with Norfolk Southern, though a $600 million federal lawsuit is on hold. Vance, a vocal advocate for the town, introduced the Railway Safety Act of 2023 in response to the derailment.
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