Trump removed protections from 2.93 million acres; land now open to mining claims
In July 2026, former US President Donald Trump removed protections on approximately 2.93 million acres of lands at Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante in Utah, opening them for new mining claims and mineral activities as of September 11. This decision faced criticism from conservation groups and advocates concerned about environmental impacts.
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