New Rule Sparks Outrage: Trump Administration Allows Bear Baiting with Human Food in Alaska The Trump administration has introduced a new rule allowing hunters to bait bears on federal lands in Alaska with human foods such as bacon, doughnuts, and meat scraps. The move has been met with widespread criticism from environmental groups, who argue that the practice will make bears more aggressive around humans. The rule, which replaces a 2024 Biden administration ban, permits hunters to use human foods to lure bears within close range, increasing the likelihood of successful trophy hunting. Critics argue that this will lead to a rise in aggressive bear behavior, putting both humans and bears at risk. Environmental groups have condemned the decision, labeling it "indefensible and inexcusable." The new rule is seen as a boon to rightwing trophy hunters, who have long pushed for more lenient regulations on bear hunting in Alaska.