White House Blocked Rule Issued to Shield Whales

White House officials for more than a year have blocked a rule aimed at protecting endangered North Atlantic right whales by challenging the findings of government scientists, according to documents obtained by the Union of Concerned Scientists.
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Juliet Eilperin

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