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Tribal Nations Empowered to Defend Chuckwalla Monument Heritage

3/6/2026

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On March 3, 2026, the U.S. District Court allowed Tribal Nations to intervene in Torongo v. Burgum over the Chuckwalla National Monument designation.
The Tribal Nations have long advocated for the monument to protect its religious and cultural significance.
President Joe Biden designated Chuckwalla as a national monument in 2024.
NARF Staff Attorney Lenny Powell said the court's decision empowers Tribal Nations to defend their heritage.

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On March 3, 2026, the U.S. District Court allowed Tribal Nations to intervene in Torongo v. Burgum over the Chuckwalla National Monument designation.
The Tribal Nations have long advocated for the monument to protect its religious and cultural significance.
President Joe Biden designated Chuckwalla as a national monument in 2024.
NARF Staff Attorney Lenny Powell said the court's decision empowers Tribal Nations to defend their heritage.