WASHINGTON, D.C. (RFD News) — The Trump administration has finalized a rule narrowing how the Endangered Species Act is enforced.
Under the new rule, habitat destruction will no longer qualify as “harm” under the law. Instead, enforcement will focus on the injury or killing of protected animals.
Supporters say the change provides farmers and ranchers with more certainty in managing their operations.
Critics argue the change weakens protections for endangered wildlife and say they plan to challenge the rule in court.
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