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Federal Judge Blocks Gulf Oil Lease Sale Over Climate Concerns

3/29/2025

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A federal judge has halted the Biden administration's Gulf of Mexico oil and gas lease sale, highlighting insufficient climate impact assessments and the threat to the endangered Rice’s whale. Judge Amit Mehta has called for additional discussions on potential remedies, as the controversial sale covered 73 million acres and generated $250.6 million from 32 companies.

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A federal judge has halted the Biden administration's Gulf of Mexico oil and gas lease sale, highlighting insufficient climate impact assessments and the threat to the endangered Rice’s whale. Judge Amit Mehta has called for additional discussions on potential remedies, as the controversial sale covered 73 million acres and generated $250.6 million from 32 companies.