Government Shutdown Impact on National Park Service
The extended government shutdown has raised concerns among national park advocates about the future of America's "crown jewels".
The National Park Service, which manages 63 national parks and 370 other units, has already faced substantial staff reductions since the start of the Trump administration. Additional layoffs are being threatened, exacerbating concerns about damaged resources, reduced maintenance, and visitor safety issues.
More than 450 former NPS employees, including two past directors of the agency and more than 90 former park superintendents, urged Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to close all national parks until the government reopens.
Advocates fear for the future of these national treasures, prompting calls for action to protect America's national parks.
Author's summary: Shutdown affects national parks.
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