Federal Judge Upholds Biden Administration's Approval of Alaska's Willow Oil-Drilling Project; Environmental Groups Plan Appeal

Judge Gleason claims company has right to develop leases "subject to reasonable restrictions"; project could produce up to 180,000 barrels of oil a day, contributing 263 million tons of emissions over 30 years. Despite widespread local political support, environmental activists condemn decision and plan appeal amid concerns for climate change and impact on polar bear habitats.