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Trump Administration Restores National Park Service Jobs

Aleksander Chmura, who was dismissed from his job as a park custodian, sits along a creek Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, in Yosemite National Park, Calif. (AP Photo/Haven Daley)

The Trump administration is taking steps to restore jobs for National Park Service employees who were previously fired due to government-wide reductions. The agency is planning to rehire at least 50 workers to help maintain and clean parks, educate visitors, and collect admission fees. Additionally, nearly 3,000 seasonal workers are being hired to support the parks during the upcoming busy season.

The decision to restore jobs comes after criticism from lawmakers and advocacy groups who raised concerns about public safety and the well-being of the parks. The park service has announced plans to hire up to 7,700 seasonal positions this year, a significant increase from previous years.

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