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When Regulations Forget the Patient: Winstrol, Critical Care, and the Cost of One-Size-Fits-All Oversight
In 2023, sweeping changes to federal guidelines governing veterinary medications including the use of Winstrol (stanozolol), created unintended consequences that veterinarians who practice in critical care are still fighting to navigate. Now, Dr. Josh Harvey and his team at Outlaw Equine Veterinary Hospital are under fire for doing what they've always done: putting patient care first.
Western Justice LF
Aug 98 min read


When it Comes to Forming Opinions, Facts Should Matter First and Foremost
In recent months, via social media, several equine veterinarians have been subjected to an incredible volume of social pressure, scrutiny, and downright bullying. At Western Justice, we are committed to giving Outlaw Equine the space and support to share their full story, accurately, transparently, and free from agenda-driven narratives.
Western Justice LF
Aug 913 min read


It’s Time to Follow the Law: Restore Balance on America’s Public Lands
Western Justice stands with the 120+ wildlife, conservation, and land management organizations, representing millions of Americans, who are urging our federal leaders to uphold the law and restore ecological balance on our public lands. The health of these lands, and the survival of our native wildlife, depend on it.
Western Justice LF
Aug 32 min read


Op-Ed: How the PAST Act Tramples Rights and Rational Policy
The federal government is trotting dangerously close to trampling your constitutional rights—under the guise of "protecting" horses. Horse owners, trainers, and event organizers across America should be alarmed by the 2025 version of the so-called Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act.
Western Justice LF
May 53 min read


How the 2025 PAST Act Bill Mirrors the Horse Protection Act New Rule
The 2025 PAST Act Bill and the Horse Protection Act New Rule share virtually identical regulations but differ mainly in permanence and enforceability. Both significantly expand federal oversight into horse shows, sales, exhibitions, and events far beyond just the Tennessee Walking Horse and Racking Horse breeds.
Western Justice LF
Apr 273 min read


Social Media Fallout: How Viral Videos Threaten the Equine Industry
Instead of resorting to video vigilantism when there is a concern, people should follow the processes within equine associations and the laws that are already in place.
Western Justice LF
Apr 113 min read


Lipstick on an Activist Pig: HSUS Attempts to Rebrand
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) has rebranded itself as Humane World for Animals.
Western Justice LF
Mar 314 min read


Food & Water Watch: An Ideological War Against Agriculture and Private Property Rights
FWW is not an advocacy group; it is a highly coordinated activist network working against the interests of farmers, ranchers, and consumers.
Western Justice LF
Mar 207 min read


Federal Overreach and the Future of Horse Shows: Why the Horse Protection Act Must Be Reformed
The Court’s Decision: A Win Against Overreach
Western Justice LF
Mar 103 min read


USDA APHIS Veterinarian Under Congressional Investigation Over Horse Protection Act Rulemaking
USDA APHIS Veterinarian Under Congressional Investigation Over Horse Protection Act Rulemaking.
Western Justice LF
Mar 103 min read


Horse Protection Act and Its Impact on Horse Shows, Sales and Events
Dear Horse Industry Business Owner, Most people are completely unaware that we are standing on the precipice of a situation that, left...
Western Justice LF
Mar 94 min read


Social License To Operate: Negotiating With People Who Seek The Demise Of The Show Horse Industry
Society's perception and acceptance of an industry, with the central belief that an industry must have society's permission to operate
Western JusticeLF
Feb 185 min read


Stand United Against Animal Extremist "Crocodiles"
The horse industry faces one of the most consequential and potentially devastating turning points in recent history.
Western JusticeLF
Jan 75 min read


What the Revisions To The Horse Protection Act Will Mean For Horse Communities
As the Feb 1, 2025, implementation date for the revised (HPA) looms over the horse industry, many wonder how they will be affected.
Western JusticeLF
Dec 20, 20245 min read


USEF Rule Change Leaves The Door Wide Open
Animal extremist groups work feverishly to eliminate the use and enjoyment of horses, and now, a major equine organization is helping.
Western JusticeLF
Oct 18, 20242 min read


Protect The Harvest Announces Dissolution
Producers and animal owners need to understand that the current Western Justice team is the same group of people Forrest Lucas assembled.
Western JusticeLF
Oct 11, 20242 min read


New Animal Rights Group Targets Conservatives
Wilberforce Institute - targeting political conservatives - has an unclear agenda, but we feel pretty confident they won’t be supporting...
Western JusticeLF
Sep 24, 20242 min read


JULY 2024 - SUMMARY OF STATUS OF PROPOSED RODEO BAN IN THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES
On July 18, 2024, the City of Los Angeles released a draft of a proposed ordinance that would ban rodeo and bull-riding events.
Western JusticeLF
Jul 29, 20242 min read


Why the USDA’s Amendment of the Horse Protection Act (HPA) Regulation Enforcement Matters to You!
Amendments to the Horse Protection Act matter to every horse owner.
Western JusticeLF
Jul 8, 20243 min read


The Fleecing of America
For far too long, extremist groups have had undue influence on the public regarding agriculture and our Western ways of life. It’s time to

Western Justice Legislative Fund News Desk
Mar 19, 20243 min read
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