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Webster Praises Trump for Protecting Florida Beaches

Leesburg, FL – Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, today released the following statement praising President Trump for extending the Florida’s offshore drilling moratorium.

“For the last 4 years, President Trump and his administration have been a strong partner in our efforts to protect Florida’s 1,800 miles of coastline, 1,200 miles of sandy beaches and our precious ecosystems like The Everglades. Together, we have maintained responsible oversight of our nation’s wildlife, lands and environment, while ensuring Americans can enjoy our unique resources.

“Today, the President once again stood with Florida by announcing he will extend Florida’s offshore drilling moratorium. In addition to protecting our world-renowned, beautiful beaches; the moratorium on offshore drilling in the eastern Gulf is vital for our combat capabilities.”

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