In a move that’s got environmentalists cheering, the Biden administration just rolled back Trump-era changes to the **Endangered Species Act**, reinstating stronger protections for at-risk wildlife. Think of it like hitting ‘undo’ on a controversial policy—except this time, it’s all about putting science first 🌱.
The 51-year-old law, which saved icons like the bald eagle from extinction, had been weakened in 2019 to reduce costs for industries like mining and logging. Critics argued the Trump administration prioritized profits over nature 🏭💔. Now, federal agencies can once again consider ecological impact over economic concerns when protecting species.
‘This is a win for all of nature,’ said John Calvelli of the Wildlife Conservation Society, noting over 1 million species are at risk globally. But Republicans like Rep. Bruce Westerman called the reversal ‘political posturing,’ claiming the law needs modernizing, not expansion 🔄.
The update also revives the ‘blanket rule,’ extending safeguards to threatened species’ habitats—a move Biden’s team says aligns with global conservation goals. For now, the ESA’s legacy continues, proving even old laws can get a new lease on life 📜✨.
