The feds no longer protect endangered species habitat. States say they can’t pick up the slack.

The Trump administration has rolled back protections for critical habitats of endangered species, shifting the responsibility to the states. Critics argue that states lack the resources and expertise to adequately safeguard these areas. This decision could have severe implications for biodiversity, as many species depend on these habitats for survival. Environmental experts warn that without federal oversight, the health of ecosystems and the species that depend on them could deteriorate significantly.