Judge Dismisses Timber Lawsuit, Protects Tongass Forest

Federal judge dismisses timber companies lawsuit against Tongass National Forest logging restrictions. The Biden administrations strategy to stop large-scale old-growth harvests and allow small sales for local needs was upheld, with the judge ruling that the Forest Service has wide discretion in balancing logging with wildlife and recreation. Environmental advocates celebrate the decision, while industry leaders argue that old-growth is crucial for their products and sustainable practices. The Trump administration continues to push for expanded logging, including a sale near Ketchikan for about sixty million board feet of old-growth. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5fa8e49668bafa56