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Thousands of Texans oppose construction in Big Bend National Park

Thousands of Texans — including Republicans, ranchers, small business owners, sheriffs, county judges and former National Park Service superintendents — are urging the administration to halt construction in Big Bend National Park.

Published Aug 11, 2026, 4:56 PM EDT | WFMZZ

The Trump administration is bulldozing through Big Bend National Park despite thousands of Texans calling for the work to stop. Those speaking out include Republicans, ranchers, small business owners, sheriffs, county judges and former National Park Service superintendents.