In a controversial move, the Trump administration is seeking to weaken the Endangered Species Act (ESA) by proposing significant rollbacks of protections for endangered and threatened species. This initiative, which aims to revise regulations established in the first term, has sparked concerns among conservationists and environmentalists. Critics argue that these changes pose major risks to vulnerable wildlife and could accelerate extinction rates for many species. The proposals include narrowing ESA protections and loosening rules that have previously safeguarded iconic species such as the bald eagle. Activists warn that these changes could have a seismic impact on biodiversity and environmental health.