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Cronkite News: Government shutdown drags into its third week (October 23, 2025)
Arizona federal workers, labor leaders and elected Democratic officials demanded an immediate end to the government shutdown, saying the three-week stalemate is inflicting deep hardship across the state. 
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. 
Cronkite News: Political violence not new in America (September 12, 2025)
The killing of Charlie Kirk brought on a flood of unpleasant memories for Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Arizona), whose wife was shot while serving in the U.S. Congress. 
Native America Calling: The shift in federal support for maternal health (August 21, 2025)
Federal funding cuts are threatening programs that support maternal health and family planning in Native communities. 
A Republican lawmaker is trying to use the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill” to require sales of federal lands.
Native America Calling: Reversing public lands protections (June 16, 2025)
President Donald Trump is expected to rescind the designation of two national monuments supported by tribes in California. 
The House Subcommittee on Federal Lands holds a hearing on June 10, 2025.
it’s time to check on the status of Native Pride amid pushback on the national level.
Native America Calling: Building Native foster care strength (May 21, 2025)
The Cherokee Nation is among the many tribes working to build a strong system of support for foster children and foster parents. 
More than 20 states recognize Native students’ right to express their cultural heritage at graduation ceremonies. But not everyone is on board.
Although the Navajo Nation has reached an agreement regarding transportation of uranium through the reservation, many tribal members remain concerned it won’t protect them from the harms of contamination.
From restored hunting and fishing rights for the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians to a new Native-run restaurant, find out what’s on The Menu with Native America Calling.
Indian Country is taking yet another hit as President Trump tries to reduce the size of the federal government despite the trust and treaty obligations owed to tribes and their communities.
The 176th anniversary of the federal agency with the most trust and treaty responsibilities comes with major challenges for Indian Country.
AUDIO: American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing Day 3 (February 28, 2025)
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on February 27, 2025. 
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the afternoon of February 26, 2025.
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the morning of February 25, 2025.
VIDEO: American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing Day 3 (February 24, 2025)
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on February 27, 2025. 
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the afternoon of February 26, 2025.
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the morning of February 25, 2025.
Native America Calling: Is the Antiquities Act an antique? (January 22, 2025)
U.S. presidents have used the Antiquities Act to protect sacred and important tribal sites. The law is once again under attack with Donald Trump in office. 
Native America Calling: Preparing for Donald Trump’s ‘first day in office’ (January 16, 2025)
President-elect Donald Trump has promised to issue at least 100 executive orders on his first day in office. How will Indian Country be affected? 
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.
Senate Democrats say they haven’t received even basic information about Doug Burgum, who is seeking to lead the Department of the Interior.
Republican leaders in the U.S. Senate are vowing to move quickly on president-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet picks.
Dr. Charles “Monty” Roessel served as president of Diné College on the Navajo Nation. He was 63 years old.
Native America Calling: Native gifts make a difference (December 4, 2024)
Native business owners and Native entrepreneurs offer an alternative during the holiday buying rush with unique products and services. 
Arizona Mirror: President Biden apologizes for Indian boarding school era (November 1, 2024)
“It was long overdue,” said Crystalyne Curley, Speaker of the Navajo Nation Council. 
President Joe Biden is highlighting his administration’s Indian Country achievements as he prepares to visit a tribe in Arizona.
Uranium mining has been a point of contention for Southwest tribal nations for decades.
Cronkite News: Navajo Nation rallies at U.S. Capitol for radiation compensation (September 24, 2024)
Survivors of nuclear testing and uranium mines are ramping up pressure on Congress to reauthorize a federal compensation program that expired in June. 
Cronkite News: Navajo Nation asserts authority over uranium shipments (September 23, 2024)
The shipment of uranium ore from the new Pinyon Plain Mine near the Grand Canyon has outraged leaders of the Navajo Nation.
Tribes are urging President Joe Biden to designate three new national monuments in California in order to protect natural and cultural treasures.
Native America Calling: The Indian Child Welfare Act since Brackeen v. Haaland (September 4, 2024)
Since the U.S. Supreme Court’s decisive confirmation of the Indian Child Welfare Act in 2022, the law has seen victories and challenges.
Tribes lobby Biden administration for another national monument (August 14, 2024)
With just a few months left in Biden administration, tribal nations are hoping to score one more win for the protection of their sacred places.
Tribal leaders are condemning the primary producer of uranium for transporting hazardous materials through their territories without their consent and without advance notice.
The House Committee on Appropriations is hearing from dozens of Indian Country leaders who are testifying about their funding needs.
Native America Calling: Protecting the night sky (April 5, 2024)
Most tribes have important traditional connections to the stars and other celestial bodies in the night sky. 
A crime spree by two Ute youths in 1923 escalated into a mob of settlers bent on suppressing the nearby Ute and Paiute populations in what is now Utah.
Four states and six tribes in the Colorado River Basin are working on what could be a historic agreement — if it happens at all.
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