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Federal Habitat Protections Rolled Back | Seattle News
The federal government just gutted key protections for endangered species by shifting habitat responsibility to states — a move that could doom wildlife by ignoring the real threat: habitat loss. While officials claim this empowers states, experts warn most lack the funding, laws, or capacity to fill the void. Environmental groups and tribes are already suing, arguing that without federal safeguards, species face extinction. With 81% of endangered animals threatened by habitat destruction, this rollback isn’t just controversial — it’s potentially catastrophic. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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