Trump administration expands red snapper fishing permits, sparking overfishing concerns
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- Category: Environment
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 17:12 UTC
- Sources: Al Jazeera
The U.S. Treasury approved expanded red snapper permits for anglers in Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas, granting greater catch limits. Conservation groups warned the move could accelerate overfishing of the Gulf’s prized stock. The policy change was announced by the Trump administration on May 1, 2026.
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