The United States granted the Makah Indian Tribe in Washington state a long-sought waiver Thursday that helps clear the way for its first sanctioned whale hunts since 1999 and sets the stage for renewed clashes with animal rights activists.
SEATTLE — The United States granted the Makah Indian Tribe in Washington state a long-sought waiver Thursday that helps clear the way for its first sanctioned whale hunts since 1999.
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The United States has granted Washington's Makah Indian Tribe a long-sought waiver under the Marine Mammal Protection Act that helps clear the way for sanctioned whale hunts.