WASHINGTON — The House Committee on Natural Resources has joined Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke’s fight against Patagonia, accusing the American outdoor retailer of lying in order to sell merchandise. This attack on @patagonia sure looks a lot like a violation, Ben. Take Action: https://t.co/biZPxo7PHh#BearsEars pic.twitter.com/OqW9FHPk3Q — Patagonia (@patagonia) December 4, 2017In the days since Patagonia responded to Trump’s move to gut the Utah monuments by a collective 2 million acres, Zinke has railed against the private company. Along with its post to Twitter, the House committee sent out a newsletter Friday that some saw as a call for individuals to boycott the company. — Ben Goldey (@BenGoldey) December 9, 2017This story has been updated with a statement from the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Source: Huffington Post December 09, 2017 19:07 UTC