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Wildlife Federation says SpaceX announcement raises more questions than answers

The Louisiana Wildlife Federation has raised concerns about SpaceX's announcement regarding potential operations in Louisiana, citing insufficient details about wetland protection measures and the proposed waiver of federal environmental laws. The federation's statement suggests the company's plans lack transparency on critical environmental safeguards for the state's sensitive coastal ecosystems.

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