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OCTOBER 19, 2000

Jacob Lonetree, President of the Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin, faces removal from his position for alleged financial mismangement.

Critics of Lonetree tie him to lower revenues of the tribe. One of the tribe's casinos made $57.2 million this fiscal year, compared to $85.2 million the previous.

A council meeting will be held this weekend. Twenty percent of the tribe's 4,100 adult members would have to be present and vote on removal.

A similar attempt to remove Lonetree was attempted in July. But not enough members attended a general meeting.

Get the Story:
Financial records might lead to ouster of Ho-Chunk president (The LaCrosse Tribune 10/19)

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Relevant Links:
The Ho-Chunk Nation - www.ho-chunk.com