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Trump administration reportedly plans to transfer part of Yosemite National Park

A land exchange project for a real estate developer raises concerns among environmental advocates.

29 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Trump administration is considering transferring a small part of Yosemite National Park in California to a real estate developer, according to reports from the U.S. site Notus. This operation has reportedly been under consideration for over a year and involves a strip of land approximately 400 meters in size.

The project would allow the private investor to construct an access road to an adjacent parcel of land near the national park. Details regarding the exact nature of this development have not been disclosed.

This initiative has sparked a strong reaction from environmental advocates and members of the Democratic Party, who are expressing concerns about the preservation of this iconic natural site.

The information has recently come to light, and the implications of such a land exchange for a commercial project in a protected area are at the heart of the debates.

While some sources report that this transfer could happen soon, others emphasize the need to closely examine the potential impacts on the local ecosystem. Discussions on the subject are expected to continue in the coming days.

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