US EditionTrump administration announces plan for new oil drilling off the coasts of California and Florida
- On Thursday, the Interior Department released a five-year offshore drilling plan to open California and Florida federal waters for the first time in decades, advancing President Donald Trump’s domestic oil agenda.
- Framing it as a drive for U.S. energy dominance, the administration reversed Biden-era limits through executive actions reversing prior restrictions to boost the economy and security.
- Planned leases include six offshore sales off California and would auction over 13 million acres in Alaska, with auctions in central and southern California in 2027 and northern California in 2029.
- California officials immediately vowed pushback, with Gov. Gavin Newsom calling the proposal `dead on arrival` and state leaders pledging legal challenges, while Florida leaders sought assurances amid likely bipartisan opposition.
- Environmental groups warned of catastrophic spills, saying the plan risks long-term damage, while critics note the administration blocked offshore wind and cut clean energy grants despite industry calls for new offshore access.
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The Latest: Trump administration plans for new oil drilling off California and Florida coasts
The Trump administration has announced new oil drilling off the California and Florida coasts for the first time in decades. Critics say advancing the project could harm coastal communities and ecosystems, as President Donald Trump seeks to expand U.S. oil…
The Latest: Trump administration plans for new oil drilling off California and Florida coasts
The Trump administration announced on Thursday new oil drilling off the California and Florida coasts for the first time in decades, advancing a project that critics say could harm coastal communities and ecosystems, as President Donald Trump seeks t
For the first time in decades, the U.S. government plans to grant licenses for oil drilling off Florida and California. Governor Newsom speaks of an "idiotic plan."
Trump Administration plans drilling on California and Florida coasts, generating tensions with governors and environmentalists
The Latest: Trump administration plans for new oil drilling off California and Florida coasts
The Trump administration has announced new oil drilling off the California and Florida coasts for the first time in decades. Critics say advancing the project could harm coastal communities and ecosystems, as President Donald Trump seeks to expand U.S. oil…
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