NM US Rep. Stansbury, Native leaders vow to fight BLM proposal to undo Chaco Canyon protections

Native leaders and U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury are teaming up to oppose a Trump administration plan to lift restrictions on mining around Chaco Culture National Historical Park. This move, if enacted, could undermine long-standing protections for this significant cultural and archaeological site, which is sacred to Native American tribes. The commitment from both a Democratic representative and Pueblo of Acoma leadership highlights the broader implications for environmental conservation and tribal sovereignty, making this a pivotal battle for cultural heritage and natural resource protection.