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Supreme Court rejects Indian law cases amid U.S. government shutdown (October 6, 2025)
As the shutdown of the federal government enters its first full week, the nation’s highest court remains open for business. 
Native America Calling: How will Native people fare in redistricting? (September 29, 2025)
An action by Republican lawmakers in Texas to redraw boundaries to favor their own candidates has implications for Native voters. 
Former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez has launched another bid for Congress, seeking to unseat Republican incumbent Eli Crane and flip Arizona’s largest congressional district.
Native voters, by and large, lean Democrat, but it’s clear Native voters supported Donald Trump more than expected.
“We will not let the state drag us backwards or silence our people,” said Fort Belknap Indian Community President Jeffrey Stiffarm.
An illegal voting case highlights lingering confusion over rights extended to citizens of American Samoa, a territory of the United States.
Tribes and their advocates are contesting a new state law that limits when people can register to vote.
The violent attacks on lawmakers in Minnesota are a shocking reminder of the pervasive threats that disproportionately target women and people of color.
An illegal voting case highlights lingering confusion over rights extended to citizens of American Samoa, a territory of the United States.
Deb Haaland continues to blaze new trails, this time with her campaign to be the first Native woman governor of New Mexico.
Despite pledges from Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., programs serving Indian Country are in line for cuts and reductions.
Montana Free Press: Indian lawmakers tout legislative successes (March 18, 2025)
Members of Montana’s American Indian Caucus say they have been able to advance priority bills in the state legislature. 
Indian Country continues fight for funds promised by the U.S. government (February 21, 2025)
Indian Country is returning to the nation’s capital to hold the federal government accountable — a difficult task in a new political landscape. 
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is promising to elevate Indian issues should he be confirmed to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.
The ‘Navajos 4 Trump’ group was selected to participate in the inaugural presidential parade on January 20, 2025.
Neal McCaleb dedicated his life to public service, a calling that led him to prominent positions in tribal, state and federal government.
Republicans set to take control as 119th Congress meets for first time (January 2, 2025)
The 119th Congress is scheduled to begin on January 3, 2025, with both chambers of the legislative branch of the U.S. government coming under Republican control. 
Native America Calling: A look at 2024 news from a Native perspective (December 18, 2024)
President Biden’s apology for Indian boarding schools was among the top news stories of the year. What else matters to Native people in 2024? 
Native America Calling: Native trans advocates prepare for looming restrictions (December 10, 2024)
Donald Trump focused on transgender issues during his successful presidential campaign. Where does that leave Indian Country? 
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. 
‘We’re going to get this done’: Time running out for Indian Country legislation (November 25, 2024)
With time quickly running out in the 118th Congress, a leading Democratic lawmaker is laying down the law when it comes to advancing Indian Country’s legislative interests. 
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. 
Native America Calling: What to expect on Trump’s first day (November 19, 2024)
If he lives up to his word, president-elect Donald Trump’s first day in the Oval Office will be a big one. 
South Dakota Searchlight: Republican ousts incumbent Native Democratic lawmaker (November 12, 2024)
Some of South Dakota’s reservations have long been considered Democratic strongholds. Is the picture changing? 
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. 
Republican Eli Crane has won a second term in the U.S. House of Representatives after defeating Democratic challenger Jonathan Nez, a former president of the Navajo Nation.
Republicans take U.S. Senate with promises of a Donald Trump agenda (November 7, 2024)
A Republican in the White House isn’t the only big change Indian Country is facing as tribes seek to hold the U.S. government accountable for its trust and treaty responsibilities. 
Cronkite News: Native youth lead ride to the polls on Election Day (November 6, 2024)
Arizona was one of the last states to allow voting rights for Native people. 
Cronkite News: Voters on Navajo Nation encounter problems on Election Day (November 6, 2024)
There has been a history of voting complications within Native communities in Arizona, and 2024 was no different. 
Indian Country is waking up to new political realities with Republican Donald Trump headed to the White House after an election season that saw an unprecedented Native vote effort in support of Democrat Kamala Harris.
Cronkite News: ‘Native voters can and will decide this election’ (November 5, 2024)
Native people have long felt like politicians overlook them, but both parties are seeking the Native vote more than ever before. 
Native America Calling: Decision day for 2024 (November 5, 2024)
All the messages to encourage Native voting, the legal and technical work to assure access, and the onslaught of campaign ads come down to Election Day. 
NC Newsline: Kamala Harris backs federal recognition for Lumbee Tribe (November 4, 2024)
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris voiced support for full federal recognition of the Lumbee Tribe in the battleground state of New Mexico. 
Source New Mexico: Native voter battles state over ballot disenfranchisement (November 4, 2024)
When Virgil Dixon tried to register to vote in his birthplace state of New Mexico, the Navajo veteran was denied and had to go to court. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (November 4, 2024) (November 4, 2024)
Let’s turn out the Native Vote! 
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.
Native America Calling: Pinning down the North Carolina Native vote (November 4, 2024)
The possibility of federal recognition for the Lumbee Tribe is a factor as voters go to the polls in North Carolina. 
Adria Jawort: ‘Snake Tongue Sheehy’ still won’t apologize to Native people (October 30, 2024)
In true double-down MAGA fashion, I don’t expect Tim Sheehy to apologize to the Crow Tribe or Indigenous peoples of Montana anytime soon for his gross misrepresentation of us. 
Democracy Now: President Biden apologizes for Indian boarding school era (October 30, 2024)
In the swing state of Arizona, President Biden formally apologized for U.S. government-run Native American boarding schools. 
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation gets out the Native vote (October 28, 2024)
Voting is one of the most powerful ways tribal citizens can make their voices heard, whether in tribal, local, state, or federal elections.
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