Tweak to Endangered Species Act Could Allow Widespread Development

Tweak to Endangered Species Act could allow widespread development

Trump officials tout "harm" change to unleash energy agenda, as critics warn it could unravel 50 years of ecological recovery.

Native nations sue over Endangered Species Act changes

The Trump administration’s interpretation of “harm” under the ESA could devastate the recovery of imperiled species, many which have cultural,spiritual and relational meaning and importance for tribal citizens.

Native nations sue over Endangered Species Act changes: Environmental work being done by tribes across the country will be made more difficult now that the Trump administration has more narrowly defined ‘harm.’ — Anna V. Smith (High Country News)

Click the link to read the article on the High Country News website (Anna V. Smith): October 5, 2026 The Smokehouse Tidal Marsh project on the Swinomish Indian Reservation, which began in 2022, will turn 250 acres of former agricultural land into estuaries and wetlands. It’s one of many tribal community projects aimed at restoring … Continue reading Native nations sue over Endangered Species Act changes: Environmental work being done by tribes a…