This week, we’re learning that Donald Trump and Elon Musk have laid off around 1,000 National Park Service employees—around 5% of the agency’s workforce.
Our parks have already been struggling to accommodate the hundreds of millions of visitors each year. Trump’s attack on federal workers moves us in the exact wrong direction.
Yes, there will be longer lines, more trash, and dirtier bathrooms. But, it’s also going to be a lot more dangerous than that.
Less trail maintenance means that they will be less safe for visitors. Fewer staffers means fewer small fires getting put out, increasing the risk that they grow into big blazes.
In Congress, I served on the committee with jurisdiction over our public lands. One of my priorities was listening to and learning from the amazing park staff, who chose those careers because they believe in safeguarding our national treasures for all to enjoy.
Trump’s callous dismantling of the federal workforce is a slap in the face to those dedicated public servants. He is putting visitors’ lives at risk. He is threatening communities across this country, whose local economies rely on tourism and conservation.
Thanks for all you do,
Katie
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Former U.S. Congresswoman Katie Porter founded Truth to Power to support the campaigns of her fellow Democrats. Truth to Power supports candidates who will stand up to Donald Trump, fight to lower costs, and protect the environment. |
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