Tracy Coppola

Conservationists warn that six of Colorado's 13 national park units, created under the Antiquities Act, are at risk after President Donald Trump reduced the size of Utah's Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante monuments by 90% each. Colorado's senior program manager for the National Parks Conservation Association stated the threat is broad and genuine, with high concern over potential future cuts.

Conservationists warn that Colorado's 13 national park units may face risks after President Donald Trump reduced the size of Utah's Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments using the Antiquities Act. Six of Colorado's parks were established under the same law, and experts express high concern that similar actions could target them.