Key facts
- President Biden and President Trump have differing policies on national monuments.
- Biden's administration has focused on expanding protections for certain lands.
- Trump's administration previously reduced the size of some national monuments.
The designation and management of national monuments have been a recurring point of contention in U.S. environmental and land use policy. These designations can significantly impact conservation efforts, resource extraction, and recreational access, making them a key issue for presidential administrations.