Federal Land Sale for Affordable Housing

The idea of selling surplus federal land for affordable housing is gaining bipartisan support to address the housing affordability crisis in the U.S. Both the White House and the Republican National Committee are considering proposals to open up bidding for parcels to developers committing to keeping a certain percentage of units affordable. However, there are challenges in implementing this plan, including differing visions between parties and concerns from environmentalists.

Cliven Bundy Ranch Standoff

A decade after a standoff in Nevada over ranching on federal land, rancher Cliven Bundy's cattle still graze freely. The standoff ended peacefully with no shots fired, and Bundy remains defiant. Bundy and his family continue ranching despite facing legal challenges and unpaid grazing fees. The standoff had reverberating effects, with Bundy's sons later involved in a standoff in Oregon. Conservation groups are suing to remove Bundy's cattle and protect the desert tortoise.

Cliven Bundy's Standoff over Ranching in Nevada

Ten years after a standoff over ranching on federal land in southern Nevada, Cliven Bundy's cattle still graze on the land and Bundy remains defiant despite owing over $1 million in unpaid grazing fees. The standoff in 2014 ended without shots fired, with supporters including militia members and Bundy's family rallying against federal agents. The Bundys continue to ranch on the land, claiming local sovereignty and resisting federal regulation.