Whales at Risk Amid Policy Push | Montpelier News

A scientist’s decades-long fight to save the North Atlantic right whale—once called “underdogs” by researcher Philip Hamilton—faces new threats as the Trump administration pushes to ease shipping speed limits and roll back protections, arguing economic harm. But Hamilton remains hopeful, championing ropeless fishing gear as a potential win-win solution that could protect whales while supporting fishermen. With ships, entanglements, and shifting food sources already pushing these critically endangered giants toward extinction, the battle for their survival hinges on balancing conservation with commerce—and scientists like Hamilton are determined to keep the pressure on. 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/62019d6faffb805b