Biden Unveils Two New National Monuments in California After Wildfires

President Biden designates two national monuments in California to protect land and honor Native American tribes after wildfires delayed the announcement

Biden Unveils Two New National Monuments in California After Wildfires
Biden Unveils Two New National Monuments in California After Wildfires

Los Angeles: So, President Biden had to change his plans a bit because of those wildfires in California. He ended up announcing two new national monuments to protect some beautiful areas and honor Native American tribes.

He made the announcement at the White House, which was a bit different from his original plan to do it in California’s Eastern Coachella Valley. The wildfires really messed things up, but Biden still wanted to get the word out.

The Chuckwalla National Monument is in Southern California, near Joshua Tree National Park, and the Sáttítla Highlands National Monument is up in Northern California. These areas will be protected from oil drilling and mining, which is great news for the environment.

Biden mentioned how these places are home to some rare plants and animals, like the desert bighorn sheep. He shared a personal touch, recalling how he used to take his kids to national monuments when they were little.

The designations are a big win for many Native American tribes who have been pushing for this for a while. Biden even joked about the tricky name of the Sáttítla Highlands, showing he’s just like us when it comes to pronunciation struggles!

This move is part of a bigger plan to conserve a significant chunk of U.S. lands and waters by 2030. It’s all about protecting our natural wonders for future generations.

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