Two members of the United Auburn Indian Community of California who have been banished from the tribe are seeking seats on the council.

Jessica Tavares, a former chair, is running for vice chair. Dolly Suehead, a former council member, is running for treasurer.

Both women are part of a group that was banished for criticizing the sitting council. The main issue appears to be fees paid to longtime attorney Howard Dickstein.

The critics say Dickstein has been paid $25 million over the years and has exerted too much influence over the tribe.

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