National Park Service Reverses Ban on Uniformed Participation in Pride Events

Interior Secretary Deb Haaland's decision follows backlash and aims to ensure inclusivity for LGBTQ employees.

The initial directive prohibited park rangers from attending Pride events in uniform, citing potential conflicts with uniform policy.
Backlash from the LGBTQ community and media reports prompted the reversal of the ban.
Haaland's memo directs bureau leaders to determine participation guidelines for external events, including Pride.
Local park leadership will now approve participation, with calls for safeguards against biased denials.
The reversal comes just before the start of Pride Month, underscoring the importance of inclusivity.