Republicans Seek to Repeal Endangered Species Act Protecting Whales and Polar Bears
Republican lawmakers in Maine are targeting a century-old law that protects whales, seals, and polar bears, in an effort to repeal it. The Endangered Species Act has been credited with helping save rare whales from extinction.
Republicans in Maine have targeted a 1972 law protecting endangered species such as whales, seals, and polar bears, which is credited with helping to save rare whales from extinction. The Endangered Species Act has been a cornerstone of environmental legislation in the US, but Republican lawmakers are seeking to weaken its provisions. The law was first introduced by President Richard Nixon's administration and has undergone numerous revisions over the years. The move has sparked concerns among conservationists who fear it could lead to a decline in protections for these vulnerable species.
