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U.S. Orders Oil Pipeline Restoration Amid Controversy

3/17/2026

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U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright directed Sable Offshore Corp. to restore its oil pipeline off southern California under the Defense Production Act.
The move could replace 1.5 million barrels of foreign crude monthly.
Governor Gavin Newsom called the action illegal, while critics warn it could harm wildlife and communities.
California State Parks demanded compliance from Sable, which faces criminal charges and multiple court orders against restarting the pipeline.

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U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright directed Sable Offshore Corp. to restore its oil pipeline off southern California under the Defense Production Act.
The move could replace 1.5 million barrels of foreign crude monthly.
Governor Gavin Newsom called the action illegal, while critics warn it could harm wildlife and communities.
California State Parks demanded compliance from Sable, which faces criminal charges and multiple court orders against restarting the pipeline.