The announcement from President Trump that he signed a proclamation to dramatically reduce the size of two national monuments in Utah is deplorable — and it is not in the best interest of the American people.
We stand in solidarity with those in Utah fighting to protect their national monuments. An attack on one national monument is an attack on all.
Stripping protections of our public lands? Putting the interest of the dirty fuel industries above the interests of the general public? Acting with a blatant disregard for cultural and historic preservation? This is disgraceful.
Given this administration’s disdain for the environment, this is not a surprise. Nor is this the end of our fight.
While California’s public lands were not part of today’s announcement, they remain at risk, including our San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. We will remain committed to our work to protect our beloved national monument.
When the Trump administration announced plans to review the national monuments established by presidents who used powers established by the Antiquities Act, we mobilized to protect the national monument in our backyard. Our voices were loud and clear: we need this land to be protected — and improved — to serve the needs of Angelenos, especially those living in park-poor communities.
So what can YOU do to help? We know this: Our voices matter and we can continue to work on improving our San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. Tuesday, December 5, we will be at a 5:30 pm public meeting for the East Fork River Project, and we’re inviting our supporters to join us. (If you cannot attend, sign our letter to make sure the project serves the needs of all Angelenos.) Before the meeting, at 4:45 pm, there will be a rally to defend our national monuments hosted by Nature For All member organization The Sierra Club.
