Bears Ears Inter-Tribal Coalition

President Donald Trump reduced the size of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments in Utah by about 90% each, using the Antiquities Act to undo protections established by previous presidents. The move faces opposition from Native American tribes and environmental concerns, while Utah officials and Republicans support the reduction for resource development. Trump's action aligns with broader efforts to reshape public land management in Western states.

President Donald Trump reduced the size of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments in Utah by about 90% each, citing a desire to return land control to the state. The move, under the Antiquities Act, faced criticism from tribal leaders who consider the areas sacred and accuse federal officials of bypassing consultation processes. Utah officials support the reduction to enable resource development.

President Donald Trump reduced the size of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments in Utah by about 90% each, using the Antiquities Act. The move reverses protections under previous leaders, faces opposition from tribal groups, and aligns with state officials' push for development. Tribal leaders criticized the action for bypassing consultation.