Trump administration threatens wildlife with rollback of Roadless Rule

In the U.S., the Trump administration proposed rolling back the 2001 Roadless Rule, which protects 59 million acres of national forest from road construction and logging. This change has sparked concern among ecologists who argue that it threatens wildlife habitats and clean drinking water for millions. The Roadless Rule has received significant public support, and its potential repeal raises questions about the balance between economic development and environmental conservation.

Trump administration threatens wildlife with rollback of Roadless Rule
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Updated Aug 24, 2026 First published Aug 22, 2026
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