Fact Check: Did the Trump administration lift a ban on M-44 cyanide bombs?

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Claimant: Social Media


Claim: The Trump administration lifted a ban on M-44 “cyanide bombs” used to kill animals on public lands.


Rating: TRUE


Explanation: An April 2026 agreement between federal agencies effectively lifted a Biden-era ban on M-44 devices, opening the door for future use on BLM-managed public lands.


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Date: 05/23/2026


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Last Updated on May 23, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check