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People walk on a nature trail after sunrise in Joshua Tree National Park on February 20, 2025 near Joshua Tree, California.

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As visitors flock to parks, deep cuts leave rangers and wildlife at risk

by A Martínez June 23, 2025June 23, 2025

National parks enter their busiest season understaffed and underfunded. Morning Edition visited Joshua Tree to speak with local business owners and a park ranger feeling the impact.

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