Help us put a stop to forever chemicals! PFAS chemicals — otherwise known as “forever” chemicals, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances — are some of the most persistent manmade chemicals on the planet. They can build up in our bodies, contaminate water sources, and break down into a smaller chemical called trifluoracetic acid — which is dangerous to aquatic life and considered one of the world's most pervasive water pollutants. Even humpback chub, seen in this video, who live in the Colorado River basin (primarily in the Grand Canyon and its tributaries like the Little Colorado River) can’t escape this widespread pollutant. Despite these risks the Trump administration has approved multiple PFAS-containing pesticides. These forever pesticides will treat massive swaths of corn, soy, fruits, and vegetables, resulting in polluted water and public health risks that last for generations. Now led by former chemical industry lobbyists, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agenc...