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The Trump administration is preparing a proposal to open nearly all U.S. coastal waters to new offshore oil drilling. This plan would reverse the previous efforts by the administration to close off some of the territory. The proposal faces opposition from state governors who are concerned about the environmental and economic impact of such drilling. The move is part of the administration's broader energy policy to increase domestic oil and gas production, despite concerns raised by state and local authorities. The plan, if implemented, would make the majority of U.S. coastal waters available for potential future offshore drilling projects, a significant shift in the country's energy and environmental policies.
Nov 11, 2025
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