Dusty Johnson Clashes with Pipeline Opponents Over Alleged Support for Carbon Projects

An online clash has erupted between Congressman Dusty Johnson and South Dakota carbon pipeline opponents over legislation linked to carbon capture infrastructure. Activist Amanda Radke accuses Johnson of backing a bill that allegedly paves the way for carbon pipelines. Johnson refutes the claim, calling it "fake news" and stating the bill focuses solely on clean water projects.

By Christal Blue July 31, 2025 10:06 am

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PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) An online dust-up between Congressman Dusty Johnson and South Dakota Carbon Capture pipeline opponents. Pipeline activist Amanda Radke says Congressman Johnson has sponsored a bill that makes way for carbon pipelines. Johnson calls it fake news and says Radke is lying. He says the bill deals with clean water projects, not carbon pipelines. Radke says her group is working to safeguard private property and is encouraging residents to contact the Congressman to express their concerns. For more Government stories from MitchellNow.com, Click Here.

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