Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt is facing criticism from political rivals over his alleged inaction on addressing radioactive waste in the state. Schmitt, who has been in office since 2019, has been accused of failing to take decisive action to address the issue despite being aware of the dangers posed by the radioactive waste.
The criticism comes as a result of a report by the Missouri Independent, which highlighted the Attorney General’s lack of action in holding those responsible for the contamination of groundwater and soil accountable. Schmitt has been accused of prioritizing political interests over the health and safety of residents by not taking aggressive measures to address the problem.
Schmitt’s rivals, including Democrats and environmental activists, have called for more transparency and accountability from the Attorney General’s office. They argue that Schmitt’s lack of action on the radioactive waste issue is a violation of his duty to protect the well-being of Missouri residents.
In response to the criticism, Schmitt’s office released a statement defending their approach to the issue, stating that they have been actively engaging with state and federal agencies to address the problem. However, critics argue that more needs to be done to ensure that those responsible for the contamination are held accountable and that measures are put in place to prevent further damage to the environment.
The controversy surrounding Schmitt’s handling of the radioactive waste issue is likely to continue to be a point of contention in the upcoming election cycle, with critics calling for more aggressive action from the Attorney General’s office to address the problem.
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