Trump Reopens 5,000-Square-Mile Atlantic Ocean Monument to Commercial Fishing Amid Controversy
President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation reopening a large portion of protected Atlantic Ocean area to commercial fishing, reversing a previous monument closure.
President Donald Trump has reopened a significant portion of the Atlantic Ocean's monument to commercial fishing through an executive proclamation issued on Friday, reviving economic activity in the area after several years of protection. The move aims to reestablish a balance between conservation and commerce. Commercial fishermen are now allowed to fish in the newly opened waters, marking a shift away from strict protections implemented by previous administrations. The decision is expected to have significant implications for local fishing industries and marine ecosystems.
