California Coast Under Federal Scrutiny | Venice Beach News

Venice Beach News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 11, 2026 · 1m

California’s coastal management program is under federal scrutiny by NOAA, accused by the Trump administration of blocking critical national projects like spaceports and offshore drilling through environmental regulations. But state leaders and residents are rallying back—arguing the program actually approves nearly all federal projects and is vital to protecting beaches, wildlife, and local economies worth billions. With public comments still being accepted until late August, the showdown over coastal authority could reshape how federal and state powers balance development with environmental…