Trump Admin Revokes Alaska Oil Leasing Rule

On November 14th, the Trump administration revoked a rule limiting oil and gas leasing in Alaskas National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska, aiming to reduce regulatory burdens and unlock energy potential. This move aligns with President Trumps directive to create jobs and strengthen energy security. While the Voice of the Arctic Iñupiat supports the decision, environmental groups and residents express concerns about the removal of protections. The final rule, expected to be published on Monday, could significantly increase future oil and gas activity in the twenty-three million acre federal land. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.