The New York Times
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The monuments are President Obama's latest effort to protect public lands and waters from development and to nail down as much of his environmental legacy as he can before Donald J. Trump assumes the presidency.


Obama Designates Two New National Monuments, Protecting 1.65 Million Acres
The monuments are Mr. Obama’s latest effort to protect public lands and waters from development and to nail down his environmental legacy before leaving office.
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