Man Faces Sentencing for Killing 118 Eagles in Wildlife Trafficking Ring

Travis John Branson profited up to $360,000 from selling eagle parts, with prosecutors seeking significant prison time and restitution.

Branson operated mainly on the Flathead Indian Reservation in Montana from 2009 to 2021.
He pleaded guilty to conspiracy and wildlife trafficking charges in March.
Prosecutors allege Branson and his network killed thousands of birds, including 107 hawks.
Defense disputes the number of birds killed and challenges the restitution amount.
Sentencing is scheduled for September 18, with a potential prison term of three to four years.