Cliven Bundy is a Nevada cattle rancher known for his long-standing dispute with the federal government over land use. He gained national attention in 2014 when he refused to pay grazing fees for his cattle on land managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), claiming the federal government did not have authority over the land. The situation escalated into a standoff between Bundy supporters and federal agents, leading to a tense confrontation. Bundy's actions sparked discussions about states' rights, federal land management, and the role of ranchers in the American West, drawing both supporters and critics from various groups.