Maintenance projects have been put off around the country and resources diverted to the president’s favored projects in Washington.
Category: Federal Lands
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How Trump Has Disrupted National Parks
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Documents Undercut Trump’s Claims About Bears Ears National Monument
The New York Times – Travel:President Trump said recreation in Bears Ears National Monument was virtually impossible. Documents reviewed by The New York Times show officials knew otherwise.
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6 Awe-Inspiring Destinations on U.S. Public Land, but Not in National Parks
The New York Times – Travel:You don’t have to brave the crowds at Yellowstone or Yosemite. Feel the awe of slot canyons, lava tubes, gorges and more on other U.S.-owned public land.
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Harold Hamm, Oklahoma Oil Tycoon, Allies With Trump to Reshape U.S. Energy
Harold Hamm, an Oklahoma oil tycoon, has played a central role in reshaping energy policy by allying himself with President Trump.
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Lawsuit Challenges Park Service Passes Featuring Trump
An environmental group is suing, saying federal law requires an image of public lands, not the president.
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The Government Is Shut Down. But Not for Fossil Fuels.
Federal workers who issue permits for oil, gas and mining operations are on the job, along with those working to repeal pollution limits.
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Meet the Volunteers Who Help Keep U.S. National Parks and Public Lands Running
Here are six volunteers who make a difference at National Parks and other federal lands, from an 8-year-old who does the weeding to a retired rear admiral who keeps people — and animals — safe.
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Trump Administration to Use Federal Lands for Affordable Housing
Housing developers and researchers say the idea of building more homes on federal land could help ease shortages. But various obstacles could hinder the effort.
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How Trump Cuts Could Change Your Summer Hiking Trip
The Bureau of Land Management, the Forest Service and the Fish & Wildlife Service manage more public lands than the Parks Service. And their staffs have also been cut.