Grazing Plan Threatens Endangered Species | Portland News

A new federal plan to open 24 million acres of public lands to cattle grazing is sparking fierce legal and environmental backlash. The Center for Biological Diversity has filed a lawsuit, arguing the move will devastate endangered species like steelhead, bull trout, and the northern spotted owl—especially in Oregon, where 150,000 acres are at risk. Critics say the plan undermines public input and accelerates extinction, while federal agencies allegedly skipped vital environmental reviews and wildlife consultations, violating the Endangered Species Act. As the Department of the Interior stays silent, the battle rages on: how to balance ranching needs with the survival of fragile ecosystems. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0e8f63eb35b99245