The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed listing monarch butterflies as threatened, prompting backlash from Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller. Miller criticized the proposal as federal overreach, claiming it would harm Texas agriculture and rural development. He argued the designation would impose restrictions affecting various industries, including farming, energy, and infrastructure. Miller accused the Biden Administration of pushing a radical climate agenda before President-elect Trump takes office. The USFWS seeks public input on the proposal, which includes designating critical habitat in California.