Bending to industry, Donald Trump issues executive order to “expedite” deep sea mining

The controversial executive order to accelerate deep-sea mining has sparked concerns about harming marine life and economic activities along coastlines, despite its aim to meet a 2023 deadline that has stalled commercial efforts. International groups advocate for a moratorium while companies argue their methods are less damaging than land-based alternatives. Over 30 countries have called for a ban or pause, with fears of irreversible harm to ocean ecosystems and reliance on marine resources.