On the recordJanuary 10, 2024
With fewer opportunities to lease in U.S. waters, investment will flow overseas and hostile nations will have greater influence over global energy markets.
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congress.govWith fewer opportunities to lease in U.S. waters, investment will flow overseas and hostile nations will have greater influence over global energy markets.
Concern over foreign influence due to reduced U.S. energy leasing.
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