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flag Over 3,000 U.S. territory residents oppose deep-sea mining, citing environmental harm and lack of consent.

flag Over 3,000 residents from U.S. territories including the Mariana Islands and American Samoa have signed a petition opposing proposed deep-sea mining in nearby waters, citing environmental damage, threats to marine life, and the exclusion of Indigenous communities from decision-making. flag The petition, addressed to Guam Senator Therese M. Terlaje, argues that federal plans proceed without free, prior, and informed consent and highlight the limited political influence of territory residents. flag Signatories warn that mining risks long-term ecological harm, undermines cultural heritage, and places disproportionate burdens on island communities during the global energy transition, while receiving little investment in clean energy alternatives. flag Organizers plan to submit the petition by January 12, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to influence federal regulatory decisions.

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