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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.
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