I say protect the trees. Even on private lands. If people want them removed, fine. But do it so they can be replanted in another area that will support them. They have equipment that can remove large oak trees, they can hire these people to remove...relocate these to federally protected areas. I say this, because these are among my favorite plants. And they only grow in one region, at very specific elevations. So yes, protect them all. And solar contractors can find a new spot that is Joshua tree free to continue to build.