"The Trump administration remains committed to putting all Americans and their energy security first, said Wright in a statement. Unfortunately, some state leaders have not adhered to those same principles, with potentially disastrous consequences not just for their residents, but also our national security. Today's order will strengthen America's oil supply and restore a pipeline system vital to our national security and defense, ensuring that west coast military installations have the reliable energy critical to military readiness."
"The pipeline had been closed since 2015, after a burst pipe caused a massive oil spill, one of California's worst to date. Hundreds of animals, including birds and marine wildlife died after being coated in crude oil. Sable, which took over ownership of the pipeline from ExxonMobile in 2024, has been attempting to restart its offshore oil production for over a year but has failed to secure necessary permits from California regulators."
Sable Offshore Corporation announced that oil has resumed flowing through the Santa Ynez pipeline system in California for the first time since 2015, when a burst pipe caused a major oil spill killing hundreds of animals. The pipeline had remained closed despite Sable's acquisition from ExxonMobil in 2024 and repeated attempts to secure state permits. The Trump administration bypassed California regulators by invoking the Defense Production Act, a Cold War-era emergency authority, to mandate the pipeline's reopening. Administration officials justified the order on national security grounds, citing energy security needs and military readiness for West Coast installations. Sable's leadership expressed commitment to complying with the Defense Production Act and working with the Trump administration to restore energy supplies.
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