League floats controversial national park game to Donald Trump's White House

Major League Baseball has reportedly approached the Trump administration with a proposal for a game to be held in a national park, according to the league and the White House. The White House indicated that the National Park Service has not granted MLB the necessary permits to move forward with the idea. Sources disclosed to The Washington Post that MLB is exploring the possibility of constructing a ballpark in Grand Teton National Park, situated in northwest Wyoming.

The statement emphasized that this proposal is not an initiative driven by the White House or the Department of Interior, and hence, it does not hold a priority status within the administration. President Donald Trump's administration has recently made significant budget cuts to national parks, totaling $900 million, which include reductions in park operations, construction, recreation, preservation, and staffing.

Theresa Pierno, President and CEO of the National Parks Conservation Association, expressed deep concern over these budget cuts, labeling them as the most extreme and destructive budget proposal ever put forth by a President for the National Park Service. The White House maintained a nonchalant attitude towards the potential game in a national park, stating that if MLB wishes to conduct site visits, they are free to do so.