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On May 9, 2025, President Trump signed a memorandum to protect the Great Lakes from invasive carp, which threaten the region’s ecosystem and economy. The memorandum instructs federal agencies to implement effective measures to prevent the migration of these invasive species, including the construction of barriers as part of the Brandon Road Interbasin Project. This initiative emphasizes the urgency of taking action, as delays from state authorities could endanger essential investments and the health of the Great Lakes.

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