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This week, we worked to strengthen American energy, invest in public lands and modernize offshore energy policy.
The Department of the Interior is hard at work advancing American Energy Dominance. 🇺🇸
Rut season is back and the bison are hot and bothered.
From now until September, it’s mating season for bison. Bulls compete for mates and can become much more aggressive. When visiting public lands, give the bison plenty of space and admire them from a safe distance away.
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This week, @SecretaryBurgum and @DepSecMac traveled to Wyoming to celebrate the Day of the American West, recognizing the people, landscapes, and traditions that helped shape our nation's history and continue to shape its future. 🇺🇸
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The story of America cannot be told without the American West.
@SecretaryBurgum has designated July 23 as the Day of the American West, honoring the cowboys, Native American peoples, cultures and traditions that helped shape our nation and the enduring spirit of the West.
The West helped shape America. Let's celebrate its story.
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A new chapter is beginning at Wounded Knee District School in South Dakota, where the first major construction project since 1961 is now underway.
Funded through the Great American Outdoors Act Legacy Restoration Fund, the project will replace aging school buildings and create a safer, modern learning environment for students while supporting the future of the Oglala Sioux Tribe community for generations to come.
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Big week for America: Interior helped take down a major fentanyl operation, modernized Tribal probate services, returned more wildlife management decisions to local communities, kept our parks running smoothly over the Fourth of July, and celebrated 80 years of the @BLMNational.
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Yosemite National Park once saw more than 120 days of traffic gridlock a year.
So far in 2026?
TWO. 🤯
Smart innovation is making a real difference. Saturday waits at the gate that once stretched to 3 hours are now typically under 30 minutes, even as visitation is UP 12%.
Less time staring at brake lights. More time staring at Half Dome.
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You might want to turn your volume up for this one. That's the unmistakable bellow of an American alligator.
During the breeding season, male alligators produce these deep, booming calls to announce their presence, attract females, and let rivals know who's occupying the territory.
Video at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge
Video description: An alligator moves through the water in a wetland as it bellows loudly.
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As our nation kicked off the celebration of America's 250th birthday, the Department of the Interior helped deliver an unforgettable celebration from coast to coast.
Not to brag, but we’ve had a pretty productive year so far📈
Energy production on Federal lands returned $2.76 billion to our state in fiscal year 2025, helping fund schools, roads, public safety, water infrastructure, conservation & reclamation projects💪
As the nation's 2nd-largest crude oil-producing state, New Mexico continues to help power America.
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Flags at all @Interior facilities are flying at half-staff through July 11 in honor of wildland firefighters Sydney Watson, Emily Barker, and Nick Hutcherson, who lost their lives in the line of duty.
We honor their courage and commitment to protecting others. Please keep their families, friends, and fellow firefighters in your thoughts and prayers.
Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.
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America's next major lithium resource could be closer than you think.
New research from @USGS suggests the southern Appalachian region could hold an estimated 1.43 million metric tons of undiscovered, economically recoverable lithium oxide.
Lithium is a critical mineral used in computers, phones, and other technologies Americans rely on every day. USGS science helps identify the domestic resources that strengthen America's mineral security.
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📍 Dupont Circle
Just over two years ago, we lost a bright young girl whose love for animals and nature left a lasting mark.
Jocelyn Nungaray believed every creature deserved a safe place to call home. Today, her compassion lives on at the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge, a home for wildlife and a place for people to enjoy nature.
May her kindness continue to inspire us all to protect the natural world and see the beauty in every living thing.
Photos by USFWS and Alexis Nungaray
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Mount Rainier isn’t the only thing towering over Seattle tonight.
Let's go, @USMNT! 🇺🇸 ⚽
Today, his newly restored memorial stands proudly in Washington, D.C., preserving the legacy of a patriot whose courage helped shape our nation.
"I have not yet begun to fight."
On this day in 1747, John Paul Jones was born. His legendary victory during the American Revolution made him one of America's first naval heroes and earned him recognition as the father of the @USNavy. 🇺🇸
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On this day in 1898, Theodore Roosevelt led the Rough Riders up Kettle Hill during the Battle of San Juan Heights, calling it "the great day of my life."
The charge made him a national hero and helped launch the political career that carried him to the presidency. 🧵
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The Washington Monument will once again be lit up from July 1–5. 🇺🇸
Back by popular demand, it's one of many @Freedom250 celebrations on the @NationalMallNPS this week as America turns 250.
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