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Citizen of Navajo Nation tapped for Indian Affairs post (February 4, 2025)
A citizen of the Navajo Nation is being tapped to serve as Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs though it’s not the person who was publicly lobbying for the job. 
Tribes are trying to remind the United States of its trust and treaty obligations amid an anti-DEI effort that has led to casualties in Indian Country.
Senate Committee on Indian Affairs schedules first meeting of 119th Congress (February 3, 2025)
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs is convening for the first time under new Republican leadership. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (February 3, 2025) (February 3, 2025)
NAFOA stays on top of the news so you always start your week informed and ready. 
Chaos and confusion remain the order of the day for Indian Country, barely a week into the new administration of President Donald Trump.
President Trump targets Indian education in first round of executive actions (January 22, 2025)
As Indian Country celebrated the release of Leonard Peltier, the new occupant of the Oval Office began taking aim at some of the bedrock principles of the trust and treaty relationship. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (January 21, 2025) (January 21, 2025)
Get your latest news on tribal finance and economic development from NAFOA. 
VIDEO: Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren #DC #HonorTheTreaties (January 20, 2025)
Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren addresses a tribal gathering on the eve of the U.S. presidential inauguration. 
VIDEO: Navajo Nation Council Speaker Crystalyne Curley #DC #HonorTheTreaties (January 20, 2025)
Navajo Nation Council Speaker Crystalyne Curley addresses a tribal gathering on the eve of the U.S. presidential inauguration. 
Leaders of some of the largest tribal nations are optimistic and hopeful as Donald Trump becomes the 47th president of the United States.
House Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs gains new Republican leader (January 14, 2025)
A newcomer is leading the House subcommittee with jurisdiction over Indian issues. 
The Republican-led Senate is busy with a slew of confirmation hearings for Donald Trump’s nominees — including one of the most consequential for Indian Country.
Neal McCaleb dedicated his life to public service, a calling that led him to prominent positions in tribal, state and federal government.
Senate Committee on Indian Affairs gains Republican leader (January 8, 2025)
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs has a new chair for the 119th Congress now that Republicans are in control of the chamber. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (January 6, 2025)
Here’s to 2025! NAFOA looks forward to advancing opportunities in Indian Country throughout the year. 
‘The time is now’: Lumbee Tribe sees movement on federal recognition bill (December 16, 2024)
A controversial bill to extend federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe is moving forward on Capitol Hill amid ongoing opposition in Indian Country. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (December 16, 2024)
It’s not too late to make your gift to Native youth count by donating to NAFOA. 
Tribal leaders and federal officials participate in a panel titled “Strengthening the Nation-to-Nation Relationship” at the 2024 White House Tribal Nations Summit.
AUDIO: Investing in Indian Country at 2024 White House Tribal Nations Summit (December 10, 2024)
Tribal leaders and federal officials participate in a panel titled “Investing In Indian Country” at the 2024 White House Tribal Nations Summit. 
VIDEO: Secretary Deb Haaland at 2024 White House Tribal Nations Summit (December 10, 2024)
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland opens the White House Tribal Nations Summit in Washington, D.C. 
President Joe Biden is establishing a national monument at the site of one of the most infamous Indian boarding schools.
White House releases fact sheet for 2024 White House Tribal Nations Summit (December 9, 2024)
Respect for Tribal Nations is a cornerstone of the Biden-Harris Administration’s policies for Indian Country, the White House said. 
Native America Calling: The near future for White House-tribal relations (December 6, 2024)
It’s that time again for the White House Tribal Nations Summit. Will this one be the last? 
President Biden convenes his final White House Tribal Nations Summit (December 3, 2024)
With just a few weeks left in his term, President Joe Biden is hosting his final White House Tribal Nations Summit. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (December 2, 2024)
Remember to Give Native this #GivingTuesday. 
Native America Calling: The haka heard round the world (November 26, 2024)
In a viral video, Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke performed a haka on the floor of New Zealand’s Parliament and tore apart a bill that would weaken Māori political rights. 
Alaska Native bills on agenda amid limbo in Congressional race (November 19, 2024)
With votes still being counted at home, Rep. Mary Peltola (D-Alaska) is back to work, advancing the interests of Native people on Capitol Hill. 
Donald Trump turns to Republican loyalists in filling cabinet positions (November 12, 2024)
Donald Trump’s presidential cabinet is beginning to take shape, with an outgoing state governor who has repeatedly clashed with tribes potentially poised to join the administration. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (November 12, 2024)
This week we honor the Native veterans who have served. 
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation hosts rare diseases summit (November 11, 2024)
Cherokees deserve help, treatment and hope — especially those who’ve long felt unseen by the health care system due to their unique conditions. 
Tribal legitimacy debates far from settled in Indian Country (November 8, 2024)
Concerns about legitimacy continue to be a significant source of contention within the nation’s largest inter-tribal organization. 
Ron Lee: Let’s vote to move America forward with Harris and Walz (November 4, 2024)
Vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for a bright future in America. 
At least 1,000 Indigenous leaders are gathering in New Mexico for the World Indigenous Business Forum.
Cronkite News: Experts examine climate crisis and cancer disparities (October 23, 2024)
Indigenous communities across the Southwest face adversities that stem from historical marginalization. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (October 15, 2024)
Every day is Indigenous Peoples’ Day. 
Dan Foreman, a Republican lawmaker in Idaho, stormed out of a “Meet your candidates” event after a question about racism and discrimination.
Robert Mirabal, the award-winning flutist from the Pueblo of Taos, is embarking on a short tour with Ethel, a string quartet.
Efforts continue to account for genocidal Indian boarding school era (October 2, 2024)
Secretary Deb Haaland visited one of the most infamous Indian boarding school sites amid ongoing efforts to hold the U.S. accountable for a genocidal era in history. 
Cronkite News: Key Democratic lawmaker plans to leave Congress (October 2, 2024)
Rep. Raul Grijalva (D-Arizona) is the highest-ranking Democrat on the committee with jurisdiction over Indian issues. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (September 30, 2024)
Falling into new opportunities with NAFOA!
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