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Trump Administration Moves to Dismantle Roadless Rule

6/30/2025

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The Trump administration is set to dismantle the 2001 Roadless Rule, paving the way for logging and road construction across 59 million acres of national forests, with a staggering 60% in Utah. Proponents believe this will bolster wildfire prevention, while opponents warn it could worsen climate change. Experts stress that true wildfire management demands more than policy tweaks; it requires substantial funding and a holistic strategy.

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Story summary

The Trump administration is set to dismantle the 2001 Roadless Rule, paving the way for logging and road construction across 59 million acres of national forests, with a staggering 60% in Utah. Proponents believe this will bolster wildfire prevention, while opponents warn it could worsen climate change. Experts stress that true wildfire management demands more than policy tweaks; it requires substantial funding and a holistic strategy.