Should wolves stay protected? Expert weighs in.

Police video from Ely, Minnesota, captures a rare sight — gray wolves trotting through the heart of town. The footage has reignited fierce debate over whether the species should remain protected under the Endangered Species Act. Critics argue that wolf populations have rebounded enough to warrant state management, while conservationists warn that removing protections could undo decades of recovery efforts. Krista Woerheide, Interpretive Center Director at the International Wolf Center, explains more about wolves and their protected status.