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Monuments Under Threat in Utah | Mesa News
Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante in Utah have been slashed by over 90% each, undoing Biden-era protections and reopening sacred tribal lands to mining, drilling, and grazing. After tribes rebuilt intertribal coalitions under federal oversight in 2021, the latest cuts dismantle those partnerships — leaving tribes voiceless and vulnerable to cultural destruction. Tribal leaders warn this erases centuries of stewardship and risks irreversible harm, while public polls show overwhelming support for preserving these monuments. Despite political shifts, tribes remain steadfast, pushing for…
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