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Advocates Urge Halt to Deep-Seabed Mining Near Samoa

7/16/2025

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A coalition of advocacy groups is rallying against deep-seabed mining near American Samoa, calling on the federal government to stop exploration plans. They stress the importance of Indigenous voices in marine decisions, highlighting environmental and cultural threats. As the Trump administration accelerates mining approvals, concerns grow over potential ecological harm and disregard for international regulations.

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A coalition of advocacy groups is rallying against deep-seabed mining near American Samoa, calling on the federal government to stop exploration plans. They stress the importance of Indigenous voices in marine decisions, highlighting environmental and cultural threats. As the Trump administration accelerates mining approvals, concerns grow over potential ecological harm and disregard for international regulations.