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Navajo Nation set to plant tribe’s flag with embassy near U.S. Capitol (February 15, 2021)
Amid concerns about COVID-19 and public safety, leaders of the Navajo Nation are establishing a permanent home in Washington, D.C., to advocate for their tribe’s needs. 
Please join a virtual memorial in memory of Albert Hale, a former president of the Navajo Nation who died due to complications from COVID-19.
The vice president of the Navajo Nation contributed to the false belief that Donald Trump could remain in office despite losing the presidential election.
Indian Country finally sees action on diabetes program (December 28, 2020)
A program that has reduced diabetes in Indian Country has been extended for another three years, resulting in a lifetime in the age of COVID-19. 
Cronkite News: Indian Country prepares for new era with Joe Biden as president (December 28, 2020)
The federal government may not have a stellar track record when it comes to keeping promises in Indian Country, but tribal leaders think President-elect Joe Biden could be the exception. 
Deb Haaland tapped for Cabinet by President-elect Joe Biden (December 17, 2020)
In a historic first, Deb Haaland, one of the first two Native women to serve in the U.S. Congress, has been tapped to serve in the incoming Joe Biden administration. 
Cronkite News: Navajo Nation health leader advises Joe Biden on COVID-19 (December 15, 2020)
Dealing with COVID-19 is one of president-elect Joe Biden’s highest priorities and Dr. Jill Jim of the Navajo Nation will be there to guide him. 
COVID-19 vaccine arrives in Indian Country as cases continue to rise (December 14, 2020)
Indian Country is receiving a new COVID-19 vaccine but the vast majority of tribal citizens will have to wait before they can be protected from a disease that continues to ravage their communities. 
Cronkite News: Tribal leaders cast electoral votes for Joe Biden (December 14, 2020)
Of the 11 Democratic presidential electors who will cast Arizona’s Electoral College vote, three are tribal leaders. 
Cronkite News: Native vote turned out for Democrat Joe Biden (December 10, 2020)
Enthusiasm across Arizona was higher this election than in the 2016 presidential contest, and final results show the contrast was even more stark in Indian Country. 
With a shortage of beds, oxygen and staff, the Navajo Nation can no longer depend on regional aid and is sending critical patients farther afield for health care.
Cronkite News: COVID-19 puts focus on healing and medicine on Navajo Nation (November 11, 2020)
Traditional healers, who once played critical roles in governance and health care, are dwindling in number and influence, even as the deadly coronavirus impacts the Navajo Nation. 
Indian Country is celebrating after turning out in record numbers for one of the most consequential presidential elections in American history.
Amid celebrations on one side, and vows to keep fighting on the other, Democrat Joe Biden claimed a “clear victory, a convincing victory” in the 2020 presidential election.
COVID-19 funding dispute heads to Trump’s Supreme Court (November 3, 2020)
With the nation’s highest court stacked with even more conservative justices, tribes are once again paying close attention to a COVID-19 funding dispute they thought was over. 
Tribal leaders discuss COVID-19 at National Tribal Health Conference (October 15, 2020)
Tribal leaders participate in a panel at the National Tribal Health Conference on October 14, 2020. 
“Let us remind ourselves to use our way of life teachings, our culture, tradition and language to fight these monsters,” President Jonathan Nez of the Navajo Nation said.
The Supreme Court said the Census Bureau can stop its count of the population, a blow to tribal leaders and local advocates for underrepresented communities who said they would be hit hardest by an undercount.
Navajo Nation urges citizens to complete 2020 Census as count comes to end (October 14, 2020)
An order from the U.S. Supreme Court allows the U.S. Census Bureau to end the 2020 count and stop data collection across the country. 
‘A historic day’: #MMIW legislation finally signed into law (October 12, 2020)
It took years of work by Native women and activists but legislation to address the crisis of missing and murdered sisters and relatives has finally become law. 
Leaders of Navajo Nation hail ‘historic day’ with #MMIW legislation (October 12, 2020)
Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez and Vice President Myron Lizer commend the signing of the Savanna’s Act and the Not Invisible Act into law. 
Indigenous Peoples Day message from Navajo Nation (October 12, 2020)
On behalf of the Navajo Nation Office of the President and Vice President, we wish all of our Diné people and our brothers and sisters around the world a joyful and happy Indigenous Peoples Day! 
“As the first people of this country, we have to let our voices be heard at the highest levels of government,” said Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez after meeting with the Democratic presidential ticket.
With the election less than a month away, Joe Biden continues to push for Indian Country’s vote, vowing to reverse years of setbacks tribes have suffered at the hands of Donald Trump.
Here’s what supporters of Democratic presidential candiate Joe Biden and running mate Kamala Harris are saying about the Biden-Harris Plan for Tribal Nations
Navajo Nation sends ‘clear message’ about marijuana on reservation (October 6, 2020)
The Navajo Nation is cracking down on people who grow marijuana on the largest reservation in the United States.
Cronkite News: Navajo Nation welcomes continued Census count (October 5, 2020)
“All Indigenous peoples have the right to be counted in the 2020 Census,” said Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez. 
It’s been over six months since Congress set aside $8 billion in COVID-19 relief for Indian Country. The battle over the funds is still not over.
Cronkite News: Navajo Nation tackles COVID-19 and Census 2020 (September 30, 2020)
The Navajo Nation is working to ensure residents of the reservation stay safe during the pandemic and to increase tribal participation in the 2020 Census. 
Navajo Nation mourns passing of Marilou B. Begaye, retired judge (September 30, 2020)
Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez and Vice President Myron Lizer offer condolences and prayers for the family of retired Navajo Nation Judge Marilou B. Begaye. 
Lessons Lost: Indian Country students still waiting on internet (September 29, 2020)
Students at Bureau of Indian Education operated schools started classes without adequate technology, sometimes sharing a single computer among siblings, because the agency disbursed funding late and failed to purchase equipment in time. 
Navajo Nation welcomes ruling extending Census 2020 operations (September 25, 2020)
“As the first people of this country, we have every right to be counted in the 2020 Census,” said Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez. 
Indian Country Today: Navajo Nation hosts town hall with Dr. Fauci (September 22, 2020)
Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, addressed vaccine concerns with Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez and Vice President Myron Lizer. 
Cronkite News: Navajo Nation weighs spending plans for COVID-19 funds (September 21, 2020)
Spending $177 million may not seem like a problem, but it is a challenge for Navajo Nation leaders who could lose those funds if they don’t find projects that can be completed by the end of this year. 
Cronkite News: Native voters stand to benefit from new policy (September 16, 2020)
A new policy lets Arizona residents without traditional street addresses register to vote online — a big change for people living on reservations. 
Navajo Nation soldier Corlton Lane Chee laid to rest (September 16, 2020)
U.S. Army PFC Corlton Lane Chee, a citizen of the Navajo Nation, passed away at the age of 25 while stationed at Fort Hood Army Base in Texas.
COVID-19 cases on reservation at lowest point since May, but Navajos urged to remain vigilant (September 9, 2020)
Only one new case of COVID-19 was reported across the Navajo Nation in the previous 24 hours, the lowest number of daily cases on the reservation since an initial spike in May.
Navajo Nation leaders call for investigation following deaths of two citizens in U.S. Army (August 11, 2020)
Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez and Vice President Myron Lizer issued several letters to congressional members calling for a congressional inquiry and a formal investigation into the recent deaths of two members of the Navajo Nation who were stationed at the Fort Hood Army Base in the state of Texas.
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