Biden Administration Grants Approvals for West Virginia Gas Pipelines Despite Criticism.

The Biden administration has granted a permit for the Mountain Valley Pipeline, a $6.6 billion project championed by West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin III, despite opposition from environmental groups. The decision allows the pipeline to run through 3.5 miles of Jefferson National Forest, which straddles West Virginia and Virginia. The move is seen as an attempt to placate Mr. Manchin, a Democrat who strongly supports fossil fuels and who faces a potentially difficult re-election campaign next year. The project has faced years of delay due to legal challenges, and more lawsuits are expected.