“Devastated to learn of the sudden passing of my friend and fellow Western Caucus Chair, Rep. Doug LaMalfa. For more than a decade, he humbly served California’s 1st Congressional District and was a champion for western priorities. Please join in lifting up his wife, Jill, and the entire LaMalfa family during this difficult time.” – Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY)

In Episode 533 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses some breaking energy and conservation news: the untimely death of Congressional Western Caucus Chair and Congressman Doug LaMalfa, the future of energy production and conservation efforts in Venezuela, and America250 celebrations on public lands — including the recent Illumination of America display on the Washington Monument. Tune in to learn more!

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SHOW NOTES

Speaker Johnson Statement on Life and Legacy of Rep. Doug LaMalfa

Lummis’ Statement on the Sudden Death of Congressional Western Caucus Chair Doug LaMalfa

Rep. LaMalfa Supports Measure to Protect Hunting and Fishing on Public Lands

Venezuela’s fall echoes Berlin Wall collapse, says expert whose parents fled Soviet Union

Why Maduro’s ouster will have ‘limited’ impact on gas prices as they sink to near 5-year low

Trump administration launches new bid to pressure US oil companies on Venezuela

US sets new LNG export records in banner year marked by new capacity

Venezuela’s hungry hunt wildlife, zoo animals, as economic crisis grows

Venezuela crisis: Zoo animals stolen and eaten amid food shortages

Venezuela Biodiversity

As Venezuela’s crisis rolls on, its wildlife is increasingly at risk

Freedom250 & National Events

America250

Thousands show up for light show to commemorate America’s 250th birthday at Washington Monument