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Fracking

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Democracy Now! reports on the controversial oil and gas extraction hydraulic fracturing process, known as fracking. The practice involves blasting sand, water and toxic chemicals deep into shale rock to release oil and gas, a process which can contaminate water supplies and pollute the air. Many communities are concerned about adverse public health effects for people that live near fracking sites.

HeadlineFeb 04, 2025

Senate Confirms Climate Change-Denying Fracking Exec. Chris Wright as Energy Secretary

HeadlineNov 18, 2024

Trump Selects Fracking Exec. Chris Wright, Climate Crisis Denier, to Lead Energy Dept.

StoryAug 30, 2024

No Ban on Fracking: Kamala Harris Doubles Down on Fossil Fuels in Shift from 2019

HeadlineMar 18, 2024

U.S. Court Halts New SEC Rule Requiring Climate Risk Disclosures from Fossil Fuel Industry

HeadlineDec 22, 2023

Biden Administration Grants Two More Permits to Contested Mountain Valley Pipeline

HeadlineOct 17, 2023

Protesters Take Nonviolent Direct Action Against Mountain Valley Pipeline

HeadlineAug 25, 2023

Fracking in Pennsylvania Linked to Cancer and Host of Other Health Issues

HeadlineJun 02, 2023

Senate Approves Debt Deal Limiting Domestic Spending and Rolling Back Climate Protections

HeadlineApr 18, 2023

New Jersey Climate Activists Hold Peaceful Protest Against Fracked Gas Project

HeadlineDec 14, 2022

Coterra Energy Given Green Light to Resume Fracking in Dimock After Admitting It Contaminated Water

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