Playing God – How the ESA “God Squad” just voted for the extinction of a uniquely American whale

On March 31, 2026, the federal Endangered Species Committee (previously dubbed the “God Squad”) met for the first time in three decades to do exactly what their name suggests: deciding the fate of an entire species. In a record-breaking 15-minute meeting (barely enough time to order a latte), the committee voted unanimously the committee granted a ... Read More "Playing God – How the ESA “God Squad” just voted for the extinction of a uniquely American whale" »