Judge Says Lawsuit Over Bears Ears National Monument Can Continue

Judge Says Lawsuit Over Bears Ears National Monument Can Continue

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The video discusses the legal challenges surrounding the reduction of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase Escalante National Monuments by the Trump administration. It highlights the opposition from Native American tribes and environmental groups, led by Earthjustice, who argue that these actions were illegal. The video also covers the historical context of the monuments' designations by Presidents Obama and Clinton, and the ongoing legal proceedings to protect these lands.

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What does Earthjustice aim to achieve regarding the protection of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase?

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What was the outcome of the judge's ruling regarding the planned sale of land in Alaska's Tongass National Forest?

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