Deb Haaland actually said...

"This action would prevent the degradation of cultural resources, preserve the environment, and protect the health of the surrounding communities."

"I just would like to emphasize that outdoor recreation is over billions of dollars for revenue in New Mexico."

"I believe the Chaco Protection Act will help our ancient land as well as our living communities."

"We need to act to ensure that political expediency doesn't undermine these existing protections, which are so essential to the economic and cultural vitality of the region."