Michigan AG releases Flint water crisis report, says final accountability step her office can take
Summary
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel released a final report on the Flint water crisis, explaining it is the last action her office can take after criminal cases against former officials were dismissed. The report covers the crisis history, slow responses, and the failed attempt to charge nine people, including former Governor Rick Snyder, for their roles in the lead contamination of Flint’s water.Key Facts
- The Flint water crisis began in 2014 when officials switched the water source to the Flint River, causing lead from old pipes to contaminate drinking water.
- Residents faced serious health problems over several years due to lead poisoning.
- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel took office in 2019 and formed a new team to investigate potential crimes related to the crisis.
- Prosecutors charged former Governor Rick Snyder and eight others with felony and misdemeanor offenses.
- The Michigan Supreme Court dismissed the charges in 2022, ruling the judge could not issue indictments under the grand jury law.
- Nessel released a 101-page report outlining the investigation and said it is the final step to hold officials accountable.
- Nessel expressed frustration that criminal court trials will not happen, denying Flint residents their chance to see justice served.
- She noted political factors may have influenced the Supreme Court decision, highlighting that some justices were appointed by Snyder.
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