Yosemite and Other CA National Parks Underfunded, Understaffed this Summer
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Impact of Budget Cuts on National Parks
This chapter examines the severe funding and staffing cuts to the National Park Service during the Trump administration, focusing on the negative effects on Yosemite and visitor experiences. It sheds light on the legislative challenges surrounding proposed budget reductions and raises concerns about the potential transfer of park management to state control. Experts discuss the implications of these cuts, including staffing shortages and possible censorship of historical narratives in national parks, while advocating for Congress to prioritize the welfare of these essential cultural sites.
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