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July 10, 2026
Trump Administration Rescinds Controversial Endangered Species Act Rule
- The rule change reverses a broader definition of 'harm' that restricted land use and energy projects.
- Officials claim the previous interpretation led to unnecessary regulatory burdens on businesses and families.
- The decision aligns with a recent Supreme Court ruling emphasizing independent judicial interpretation of federal statutes.
3 Sources
- Trump admin scraps ‘weaponized’ wildlife rule that became 'burden' on American families and businesses: BurgumJul 10, 2026 at 5:12 PM · Fox News
- Trump administration rolls back key endangered species protectionJul 10, 2026 at 8:09 PM · The Hill
- Trump weakens key endangered species protectionJul 10, 2026 at 9:35 PM · The Hill