# Donlin Gold Mine Faces Court Test

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Podcast: [Anchorage News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/anchorage-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7570138)
Published: 2026-06-04T03:50:23+00:00
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## Resource

Donlin Gold faces a major legal showdown in Alaska’s Supreme Court over its water permit, as critics including a local tribe warn the mine’s plan to draw massive amounts from Crooked Creek could devastate salmon spawning grounds and violate the Clean Water Act. The tribe argues the project can’t proceed without harming the ecosystem, while Donlin Gold and the state defend the permit, claiming the relevant federal law doesn’t apply here. The court heard arguments Wednesday, with no ruling yet — but a Friday rally in Bethel shows public concern is mounting. This case could reshape the future of the mine and the Kuskokwim River’s fragile balance. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d4cd291e0692c472

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