WATCH: Trump signs proclamation opening more protected ocean areas to commercial fishing
Summary
President Donald Trump signed a proclamation that opens three protected ocean areas in the Pacific to commercial fishing. He said this action will help the U.S. seafood industry compete globally by removing some fishing restrictions put in place by previous administrations.Key Facts
- President Trump opened parts of Mariana Trench, Papahānaumokuākea, and Rose Atoll Marine National Monuments to fishing.
- These areas are protected ocean zones located in remote parts of the Pacific Ocean.
- The proclamation aims to boost the U.S. seafood industry by allowing commercial fishing in previously restricted areas.
- Trump has also reopened the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument off New England to fishing earlier this year.
- The marine protections were originally created under Presidents Obama and Bush.
- Environmental groups have criticized the decision, saying these protected zones are important habitats for rare sea life.
- The move is part of Trump's broader effort to reduce environmental restrictions on commercial activities.
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