Wild Horses to Stay at Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Senator John Hoeven secures commitment from the National Park Service to maintain the horse population, despite previous removal plans.

The National Park Service has decided to keep the wild horses in North Dakota's Theodore Roosevelt National Park, reversing earlier plans to remove them.
Approximately 200 horses currently roam the park's South Unit, with future numbers to be determined through discussions.
The decision follows extensive public support and legislative backing, including a resolution from North Dakota’s legislature and support from Governor Doug Burgum.
Tribal nations, including the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, have expressed interest in being involved in managing the horse population.
The park will continue to manage other livestock, such as longhorn cattle, as previously done, maintaining the park's ecological balance.