In 2026, the Trump administration blocked $25 million in funding, causing the cancellation of projects intended to preserve California's Joshua trees.
The cancelled work was part of a broader effort to protect the iconic desert species in the state.
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Joshua Tree Conservation Projects Halted After Funding Block
The Trump administration’s funding block of $25 million in 2026 led to the cancellation of Joshua tree conservation projects in California, halting a larger protection initiative.
