U.S. Interior Department New Rule: Free Admission on the Day of President Trump's Birthday at All National Parks.
At the same time, it was announced that "Martin Luther King Jr. Day" and "Juneteenth" would no longer be free.
(Only for Americans, foreigners are not exempt)
The specific content of this new rule: The birthday of the current president, Donald Trump (June 14, which coincides with Flag Day in the United States), is designated as a free day.
Previously, the free days were "Martin Luther King Jr. Day" and "Juneteenth." These have now been canceled. Also removed are "National Public Lands Day" and "The Anniversary of the Outdoor Act."
Several U.S. media outlets pointed out that this change is seen as replacing the holidays that commemorate the African American community with the president's birthday.
A leader of a non-profit organization criticized that this may exacerbate systemic barriers faced by minority groups in accessing public resources.
Some reports also indicated that the Trump administration plans to use the president's portrait on the National Park Annual Pass in 2026, which has also sparked some legal debates about whether it is appropriate.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1850779065699328/
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