The leader of the Catawba Nation of South Carolina says a vote to remove him from office is invalid.

Tribal members met in a general council on Saturday and voted 72-32 to remove Chief Donald Rodgers. They accused him of misusing tribal funds and abuse of his position.

But Rodgers and a majority of the tribe's executive committee say the action was not legal. Another meeting is planned to address the dispute.

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Catawbas fire chief; leaders disagree on constitutionality (The Rock Hill Herald 9/26)