Trump touts Red Snapper fishing permit approvals

Federal Red Snapper fishing season ranges from June 1 to October 26 in the Gulf of Mexico, but varies by state.

By Ben Whedon

Published: May 1, 2026 12:23pm

President Donald Trump on Friday touted his administration's support of fisherman through its approval of Red Snapper fishing permits for the season.

"WE JUST DELIVERED A HUGE WIN for our Great Fishermen and Anglers in FLORIDA, GEORGIA, SOUTH CAROLINA, and NORTH CAROLINA!" he posted on Truth Social. "We have just officially approved ALL STATE PERMITS for the 2026 Red Snapper recreational season."

"For years, our Great Fishermen have been punished with VERY short Federal fishing seasons despite RECORD HIGH fish populations and the States begging to oversee these permits," he added. "The incompetent Biden Administration tried to SHUT DOWN THE OCEANS to our Fishermen, entirely. We love and respect our Fishermen and, unlike the Democrats, will only do good for them. To all those who fish “Red Snapper” — TRUMP and NOAA are delivering for you. ENJOY!!"

Federal Red Snapper fishing season ranges from June 1 to October 26 in the Gulf of Mexico, but varies by state.

Ben Whedon is the Chief Political Correspondent at Just the News. Follow him on X.