Salon.com | Trump’s “God Squad” pits energy vs. endangered species by Dan Salas

There’s a well-worn debate in U.S. politics that goes something like this: Would you rather have abundant and affordable energy or a clean, healthy planet where wildlife can flourish?

It sounds like an either/or choice, but it doesn’t have to be.

Many corporate leaders, including those I’ve worked with, know that wildlife conservation can also be good business.

What is the God Squad?

The committee’s rare actions in the past

Trump’s war on the climate demands resistance

What happened in the 2026 meeting?

Changing the paradigm

Environmental groups and states sue EPA over Trump’s emissions rollback
Pope Leo takes aim at MAGA’s false gospel
For sale by the GOP: Our public land — and our shared history

Read more: https://www.salon.com/2026/04/07/trumps-god-squad-pits-energy-vs-endangered-species-partner/

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Trump’s "God Squad" pits energy vs. endangered species - Salon.com

It’s a false choice. Protecting wildlife can be good for business.

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