Tribal ranger's conduct under review after confrontation with climate activists blocking road to Burning Man
- Climate activists blocked the sole road to Burning Man with a trailer to protest the festival's carbon footprint and consumerism.
- Videos showed a tribal ranger threatening protesters with a gun, ramming his vehicle into their blockade, and making threats.
- The Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe stated the ranger was clearing debris after protesters refused to leave.
- Activists accused the ranger and law enforcement of using excessive force and reflecting police brutality.
- Burning Man aims to reduce its environmental impact but faces challenges in achieving carbon neutrality.