Indigenous Environmental Network Wins!
The Indigenous Environmental Network scores win in legal battle against the Trump administration from Judge Morris ruled.
For On Thursday, November 8, 2018, United States District Judge Brian Morris ruled and issued a landmark ruling in favor of the Indigenous Environmental Network (IEN) and the North Coast Rivers Alliance (NCRA). As well as and other groups in the litigation to stop the Keystone XL Pipeline.
Finally the Presidents team failed to address the effects of current oil prices on the viability of the project.
Landmark Ruling Explained: A Game-Changer for Keystone XL against the Indigenous Environment Network
In a stunning turn of events, a federal judge in Montana dropped a bombshell on the controversial Keystone XL pipeline project. This ruling wasn’t just a speed bump – it was a full-on roadblock that sent shockwaves through the energy industry and environmental circles alike. Let’s break down what this landmark decision means and why it’s got everyone from oil execs to eco-warriors buzzing:
1. The judge put the brakes on pipeline construction, effectively halting the project in its tracks.
2. The ruling called out the Trump administration for not thoroughly considering climate change impacts – a major win for environmental groups.
3. It demanded a more comprehensive environmental review, essentially sending the project back to the drawing board.
4. This decision set a precedent that could impact future pipeline projects across the country.
In short, this ruling wasn’t just a victory for Native American and environmental groups – it was a wake-up call for the entire energy sector. It showed that even massive, government-backed projects aren’t immune to environmental concerns and legal challenges. Talk about a plot twist in the ongoing Keystone XL saga!
Lewis Grassrope, Wiconi un Tipi Camp in Lower Brule, South Dakota said
“Through our prayers, we stood for the greater good of our people. Today one of those prayers has been answered with this decision on Keystone XL. However, we must still stay the course to keep our people safe. That’s from from any atrocious acts that affect our lives and livelihoods.”
Manape LaMere, Government Rep of the Sioux Nation of Indians and Bdewakantowan Isanti Headsmen said
“Supporting one another post-Standing Rock and bringing awareness throughout our territory. Therefore we’ve dealt a big blow to the Trump administration. We continue to pray and set those prayers in motion thru action. Pray that this KXL project remains in its death throes. Which is only when we can truly claim final victory.”
More about the Pipeline if completed
The Keystone XL pipeline would carry 830,000 barrels of dirty tar sands oil a day. That’s from Canada through Montana. Then into South Dakota and Nebraska. Finally, then on to the export market.
The pipeline would also pass through farms. In addition to ranches and Indigenous land. Thereby posing a threat to the Ogallala Aquifer and other water sources. Those that would be contaminated by spills and leaks.
Landowners continue to fight eminent domain for private gain. All knowing this would be the first time the Public Service Commission (PSC) grants those powers to a foreign corporation.
– Bemidji, MN
