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Trump Administration Proposes Revoking Protections for Chaco Park

4/5/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration seeks to revoke protections around Chaco Culture National Historical Park, lifting a 10-mile buffer.
The proposal faces criticism for a seven-day public comment period and condemnation from New Mexico's congressional delegation.
Some Pueblo tribes oppose the rollback.
The Navajo Nation’s suit over the protections was recently dismissed.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration seeks to revoke protections around Chaco Culture National Historical Park, lifting a 10-mile buffer.
The proposal faces criticism for a seven-day public comment period and condemnation from New Mexico's congressional delegation.
Some Pueblo tribes oppose the rollback.
The Navajo Nation’s suit over the protections was recently dismissed.