Groups Urge NOAA to Protect Marine Monuments
Environmental groups and scientists are calling on the NOAA to prevent commercial fishing in marine national monuments.
The Trump administration has been criticized for lacking transparency in its decision-making process, with environmentalists arguing that public input is essential for any decisions regarding the opening of marine monuments to commercial fishing.
President Donald Trump’s April executive order, titled “Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness,” could have substantial impacts on five marine monuments if commercial fishing is allowed.
- Physical damage to pristine habitat for fish
- Harm to marine mammals, coral and other ocean life
A letter signed by over 230 scientists and 53 ocean conservation organizations highlights the risks of lifting fishing bans in marine monuments, including permanent damage to sensitive ocean ecosystems and local economies.
Author's summary: Groups urge NOAA to ban commercial fishing in marine monuments to protect ecosystems.
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