Hunter Nation applauds Trump's Executive Order on delisting gray and Mexican wolves

HUNTER NATION, Kan., Today, Hunter Nation, Inc., a leading advocacy organization for hunters and ranchers, marked a significant milestone with the announcement of President Donald J. Trump's Executive Order, which initiates the process of delisting the gray and Mexican wolf from the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The move is seen as a victory for hunters, ranchers, and rural communities nationwide, restoring local wildlife management and protecting livestock and big game herds.

According to the Executive Order, the Department of the Interior will be tasked with evaluating whether gray wolves and Mexican wolves meet the criteria for delisting or downlisting under the ESA. This evaluation will involve a review of scientific data and the current status of these species' populations. The order also directs the Departments of the Interior and Agriculture to revise compensation standards for ranchers affected by predation and to streamline the approval process for lethal removal of wolves when necessary.

In regions across the Great Lakes and the American West, gray wolf populations have far surpassed initial recovery goals, with numbers exceeding historical levels by more than tenfold in key areas. This surge has had significant impacts, including the decimation of elk and deer herds, increased livestock losses, and threats to family pets and rural livelihoods. The Executive Order is seen as a step towards ending decades of federal overreach and aligning policy with scientifically sound data.

Keith Mark, Founder and CEO of Hunter Nation, expressed his satisfaction with the order. "President Trump has reaffirmed his commitment to America's hunters, ranchers, farmers, and rural communities. The delisting of the gray and Mexican wolf is a testament to common sense and respect for real science. This executive action marks a return to wildlife management at the state level, where local communities can better manage their resources."

Mark continued, "This is the biggest policy win for hunters in decades. President Trump's courage to cut through red tape, uphold the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, and deliver a historic victory for sportsmen and rural America cannot be overstated. On behalf of Hunter Nation and hunters across America, we thank President Trump for his bold leadership."

Ted Nugent, a Hunter Nation board member and national spokesperson, echoed Mark's sentiments. "President Trump has listened to the conservation call and taken the first step to return the gray wolf to its rightful place. The recovery of the gray wolf is now on a path to be managed responsibly by those who live with and respect the natural world."

Since its founding, Hunter Nation has prioritized this policy as a key issue. The organization encourages all sportsmen, ranchers, and rural Americans to join its efforts to protect this victory as legal and regulatory battles continue.

With the Executive Order, the stage is set for a reevaluation of the gray and Mexican wolf's status under the ESA, potentially opening the door to more localized management and reduced federal intervention.