Endangered Species Act Fight: Colorado joined a coalition of states suing the Trump administration over new Endangered Species Act rules that make it easier for private firms to modify or degrade habitat, with the state warning protections for threatened and endangered species could be undermined. Wolf Protections Under Review: Trump’s order directs the Interior Department to assess whether gray wolves and Mexican gray wolves can be delisted or downlisted within 90 days, a move that could shift how lethal control is handled. Border Wall Impacts: Reporting from the Tohono O’odham Nation says planned border wall construction would cut through Horse Peak, destroying sacred sites and history as barriers extend along the Mexico border. Mexico Legal Blow in Trade Dispute: A World Bank tribunal found Mexico broke international law in its campaign against Vulcan Materials, including actions tied to seizing a deep-water port and later declaring land a protected natural area. Coastal Climate Risk: Long Beach, California evacuated oceanfront homes after hurricane-driven waves damaged a seawall and boardwalk, highlighting how extreme weather can quickly threaten infrastructure and homes. Mexico Tech & Finance: Mexico City’s Kapital secured $125M to expand AI-driven lending, reporting rapid loan growth and deposits alongside a low non-performing loan ratio.