NOAA Fisheries Takes A ‘Sharp Turn Away From Science’

The agency’s focus on commercial interests threatens fisheries science and over one million miles of protected marine habitats.

By: Johnny Sturgeon, Inside Climate News

Outlets: Sentient

Published: September 11, 2026

Words: 931

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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In July, the Trump administration relegated endangered leatherback turtles, sea lions and whales to mere collateral damage in its race to profit from the oceans. Now, fisheries science is in the government’s crosshairs.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced new agency priorities last week that …

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