Yosemite Land Deal Sparks Outcry | Philadelphia News

A controversial Trump-era proposal seeks to swap a small Yosemite National Park parcel for private development rights, sparking outrage from conservationists and former park officials who call it “ridiculous.” The Las Vegas-based company Kingsbarn Realty Capital, which paid $4 million for the land, aims to build a road for easier access — a move that could undermine Yosemite’s protected status. Though the Department of the Interior says no final decision has been made and insists all legal steps must be followed, including environmental reviews and public input, lawmakers are already sounding alarms. The plan also raises eyebrows because it might use conservation funds — adding fuel to the fire as this high-stakes debate unfolds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/32661a1d31b795e6