Last year was tragic for Florida manatees — 154 calves died before they even turned one. It was the highest calf mortality total in more than a decade. And now, because of Elon Musk's crusade to tear down wildlife agencies, there are fewer dedicated staff left to tend to these gentle sea creatures. DOGE's unjust firings included two park rangers of only eight full-time staff members at Crystal National Wildlife Refuge, the only refuge created specifically to protect manatees. Now more than ever, Congress needs to do everything it can to stop the wholesale dismantling of our federal government. Tell your representative and senators to reverse these harmful staff cuts to help protect the United States' natural heritage for generations to come! **************** [Image description: Image is of an adult and juvinile manatee swimming alongside each other in clear, blue water. There is text that says, last year 154 manatee calves died before they turned one. The highest calf mortali...