EPA to open habitats of endangered species to logging and mining
The Trump administration finalized new rules on Friday allowing logging and mining in the habitats of endangered species. The changes to the Endangered Species Act, which has protected over 1,700 species, are expected to exacerbate habitat destruction amid an ongoing extinction crisis. Critics warn that the move may result in devastating consequences for biodiversity and vulnerable wildlife.
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Published 10 Jul 2026, 20:37 UTC · Updated 10 Jul 2026, 20:50 UTC
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