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Sexual harassment, parties with former students and unusual living and salary arrangements are at the center of a stunning investigation at the St. Stephens Indian School.
“For generations, Indigenous persons, including American Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians, have been forced to mourn a missing or murdered loved one without the answers and support they deserve,” the president states.
An unprecedented leak from the nation’s highest court is coming amid extreme uncertainty for tribes and their sovereign rights.
The Biden administration is promising historic investments to address the crisis of missing and murdered people in Indian Country as advocates continue to call for more support at all levels.
After nearly two hours of debate, the nation’s highest court took on a criminal case with implications for tribal communities across the country.
“We can work together,” Cherokee Nation Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. said of ongoing efforts to address public safety in Indian Country.
Chickasaw Nation citizen lands Native advisor role at White House (April 27, 2022)
The White House has a new Native advisor in the second year of Joe Biden’s presidency. 
U.S. Supreme Court – Oklahoma v. Castro-Huerta (April 27, 2022)
The U.S. Supreme Court hears oral arguments in Oklahoma v. Castro-Huerta, No. 21-429, on April 27, 2022. 
A case of child neglect in Indian Country has become the subject of a hot-button dispute before the U.S. Supreme Court.
“Oklahoma is strongest when our tribes are at the table”: Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Muscogee and Seminole leaders remain united amid attacks on their sovereign rights.
The nation’s highest court is set for another tribal sovereignty showdown as the state of Oklahoma continues efforts to weaken a landmark treaty rights decision.
New Mexico is the latest to allow recreational cannabis sales setting up a potential new revenue stream for tribal nations. But there are some legal hurdles.
Winnebago Tribe takes action to address marriage controversy (April 13, 2022)
A young voice from the Winnebago Tribe spurred big change and helped address anti-LGBTQ actions in the community. 
A Democratic-led bill to strengthen the policy of tribal consultation has hit a snag on Capitol Hill, leaving some supporters wondering about its future.
“My people, my community, we’ve been targets. But the intention is to grow cannabis here,” said Gov. Craig Quanchello of the Pueblo of Picuris.
Native America Calling: Celebrating the legacy of Edith Kanakaʻole (April 11, 2022)
Edith Kanaka’ole was an acclaimed Native Hawaiian composer, chanter, hula dancer and educator. 
Indian Country’s economic health is vastly more important than scoring partisan points.
The nation’s highest court is once again entering a season of significant change with major Indian law cases on the docket and a historic nominee nearing confirmation.
Wabanaki Nations seek ‘equality’ for their tribal sovereignty (April 4, 2022)
With one long-overdue legislative achievement under their belts, tribal nations from one of the furthest ends of Indian Country are asking Congress to fully recognize their sovereignty. 
The House Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States holds a legislative hearing on three bills of interest in Indian Country.
The House Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States holds a legislative hearing on three bills of interest in Indian Country.
Ivan Star Comes Out: Taking a closer look at our tribal flag (March 22, 2022)
Ideally, a national flag is a symbol of pride and devotion to one’s country. 
An issue that I passionately believe in is that every Cherokee woman should feel safe in her community and in her home.
‘Auntie Deb’ discusses representation at SXSW conference (March 17, 2022)
Secretary Deb Haaland, the first Native person to lead the Department of the Interior, discussed equity and inclusion at the SXSW conference. 
The Red Lake Nation is making history as the first in Indian Country to win federal approval for its energy development organization.
POSTPONED: House Committee on Natural Resources Markup (March 16, 2022)
The House Committee on Natural Resources holds a markup to consider the Requirements, Expectations, and Standard Procedures for Effective Consultation with Tribes Act. 
Tribes see progress with Violence Against Women Act and more funding (March 14, 2022)
A long-overdue update to the Violence Against Women Act is finally becoming law to protect more women, children and elders in tribal communities. 
Omnibus federal funding bill moving forward in Congress (March 9, 2022)
The $1.5 trillion omnibus will fund Indian Country programs and expand recognition of tribal sovereignty under the Violence Against Women Act. 
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case that challenges the Indian Child Welfare Act.
Gabe Galanda: Addressing civil rights in Indian Country (March 7, 2022)
The dehumanization threatens tribal national existence; without the People, there are no nations. 
Navajo Nation leader launches Republican bid for Congress (March 2, 2022)
Myron Lizer, the often controversial vice president of the Navajo Nation who recently declared his ‘love’ for Donald Trump, is running for U.S. Congress. 
A Democratic-led bill working its way through Congress would extend the federal policy of consultation to people who have recently been asserting an Indian identity.
Howard Center: Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation caught in flaring debate (February 28, 2022)
The Fort Berthold Reservation in North Dakota, home to a massive amount of natural gas flaring, is battling for regulatory control over this wasteful practice. 
Self-described ‘agitator’ changes tribal affiliation story after inquiries (February 25, 2022)
The leader of New York City’s most prominent and vocal Indigenous group is changing their story after being asked about their tribal affiliation claims. 
Can a Native person who was found guilty in tribal court be charged for the same crime in the federal system?
SCOTUSBlog: Supreme Court tackles bingo and tribal sovereignty (February 23, 2022)
A View from the Courtroom is an inside look at oral arguments and opinion announcements unfolding in real time. 
Supreme Court Audio: Denezpi v. United States (February 22, 2022)
The U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments in Denezpi v. United States, a tribal sovereignty case, on February 22, 2022. 
Supreme Court Audio: Ysleta del Sur Pueblo v. Texas (February 22, 2022)
The U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments in Ysleta del Sur Pueblo v. Texas, No. 20-493, on February 22, 2022. 
SCOTUSBlog: Supreme Court takes up tribal sovereignty dispute (February 22, 2022)
Crimes against indigenous women are the subject of increasing public concern and awareness. 
SCOTUSBlog: Tigua Tribe finally gets gaming case to Supreme Court (February 22, 2022)
The U.S. Supreme Court argument in Ysleta del Sur Pueblo v. Texas presents yet another installment in the decades-long conflict between state gambling regulators and tribal nations.
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