Judge Halts Arizona Lithium Drilling Over Tribal Sacred Land Concerns

Hualapai Tribe's legal challenge pauses project to protect culturally significant Ha'Kamwe' springs.

Federal judge issues temporary restraining order on lithium drilling in Arizona's Big Sandy River Basin.
Hualapai Tribe argues the project threatens sacred Ha'Kamwe' springs, used for centuries in cultural ceremonies.
The tribe, supported by Earthjustice and Western Mining Action Project, claims inadequate environmental review by federal land managers.
The case reflects broader conflicts between indigenous rights and green energy projects under the Biden administration.
Hearing for preliminary injunction scheduled for September to determine the project's future.