Happy Eco News: Federal Judge Restores Commercial Fishing Ban in Protected Pacific Area

Nov 25 - A U.S. federal judge has issued a commercial fishing ban in the 1/2 million square mile Pacific Islands Heritage National Monument, reinforcing conservation laws and safeguarding endangered ecosystems from overfishing and industry challenges. The decision safeguards nearly half a million square miles of ocean that remain some of the planet’s last truly pristine waters. The Monument was established by President Bush in 2009, expanded by President Obama, then Trump sought to reopen to commercial fishing. The decision not only reinstates the commercial fishing ban but also sets a precedent that could prevent future attempts to weaken established protections across the United States. Read ON.