Uranium Shipments Through Navajo Nation Halted After Tribal Protests

Energy Fuels agrees to pause transportation following intervention by Navajo leaders and Arizona governor.

Navajo President Buu Nygren deployed police to stop uranium ore trucks, citing lack of advance notice.
Protests led by Navajo First Lady Jasmine Blackwater-Nygren highlighted the community's historical grievances.
Energy Fuels and tribal leaders to engage in negotiations addressing safety and transparency concerns.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs supports the Navajo Nation's stance and aims for a collaborative resolution.
The Navajo Nation has a legacy of health issues and environmental damage from past uranium mining.