02/25/2025
An upside-down American flag was hung on Yosemite’s iconic El Capitan during the park’s famous 'firefall' event, symbolizing distress over sweeping job cuts under the Trump administration.
The protest, led by frustrated park employees, highlighted the loss of 1,000 National Park Service jobs, including several at Yosemite. Workers warned that these cuts jeopardize visitor experiences, park maintenance, and wildlife protection.
Photo credit: Tracy Barbutes, San Fransisco Chronicle