Trump Opens Pacific Ocean Reserve to Fishing
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President Trump issued an executive order opening the Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument to commercial fishing, reversing a decision made by previous administrations. The monument, encompassing nearly 500,000 square miles, is home to diverse marine life, including endangered species. A second order directs a review of all marine monuments to assess potential openings for commercial fishing, aiming to ease regulations on fishing industries.
President Trump issued an executive order opening the Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument to commercial fishing, reversing a decision made by previous administrations. The monument, encompassing nearly 500,000 square miles, is home to diverse marine life, including endangered species. A second order directs a review of all marine monuments to assess potential openings for commercial fishing, aiming to ease regulations on fishing industries.
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