Alaska Journal | Alaska Native supporters of Willow oil project push for approval in D.C.

WASHINGTON — As a decision from the Biden administration on the Willow oil development project nears, a group of North Slope leaders traveled to Washington, D.C., this month to advocate for its approval, emphasizing that their communities stand to gain billions if it is developed.

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