NOAA's Fishing Frenzy: A Recipe for Disaster on the High Seas The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has long been a stalwart of marine conservation, providing crucial research and management to protect America's oceans.
However, recent agency priorities reveal a disturbing shift in focus, one that puts commercial fishing interests above all else – including science, endangered species, and the health of our ecosystems.
This decision is part of a broader issue: the Trump administration's drive to prioritize short term economic gains over long term sustainability.