1. United States
2. S.C.
3. Letter

The Trump administration's directives to increase timber production on public lands and national forests pose a grave threat to our environment and public safety. By bypassing crucial environmental laws like the Endangered Species Act and the National Environmental Policy Act, this move risks the long-term viability of our cherished public lands. Unregulated logging can harm wildlife, endanger fragile ecosystems, exacerbate wildfire risks, and compromise air and water quality. Protecting our forests through responsible management is essential for wildfire prevention, clean air and water, carbon capture, and preserving biodiversity. I urge you to take a firm stance against this reckless exploitation of our national forests and public lands. We must hold the administration accountable to existing environmental regulations and safeguard these natural treasures for current and future generations.