17 States Sue Trump Administration Over Endangered Species Act Rules

The video discusses new guidelines for the Endangered Species Act, which make it harder to consider climate change effects when listing species for protection and easier to remove species from the list. These changes have led to legal challenges from states arguing the changes weaken protections. The Trump administration claims the changes aim to modernize the Act. The Endangered Species Act, enacted in 1973, has protected over 1600 species, preventing the extinction of more than 225 species.

What is one of the main changes to the Endangered Species Act mentioned in the new guidelines?

• Stricter penalties for poaching

• Easier removal of species from the protection list

• Expansion of protected habitats

• Increased funding for wildlife conservation

Why do some states argue that the changes to the Endangered Species Act are unlawful?

• The changes were not communicated to the public

• The changes increase taxes on wildlife conservation

• The changes weaken protections for threatened species

• The changes were not approved by Congress

What reason did the Trump administration give for the changes to the Endangered Species Act?

• To align with international wildlife laws

• To reduce government spending

• To modernize the Act and make it more effective

• To increase public awareness of endangered species

When was the Endangered Species Act originally enacted?

• 1965

• 1973

• 1980

• 1990

Which of the following species has been helped by the Endangered Species Act?

• Blue Whales

• African Elephants

• Bald Eagles

• Giant Pandas