Trump's Potomac 'Poop' Comment Sparks Political Slugfest | Leavitt Answers Stinky Question On River

Conce s are rising in Washington after a massive sewage pipeline break in Maryland spilled more than 240 million gallons of wastewater into the Potomac River, prompting fears the river could continue to smell as the U.S. prepares for its America 250 anniversary celebrations this summer. At a Feb. 2026 press briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed President Trump is worried the odor could persist and said the federal gove ment wants to fix the problem — while urging local authorities to work with federal agencies to address the crisis.