141 Tribes Stand to Defend Tribal Sovereignty

The so-called lame-duck session of Congress boasts a rich history of last-minute backroom deals, pardons, and political giveaways. This heady time of post-election posturing and ceremony provides a perfect cover for leaders seeking to push through things they might not want exposed under the more rigorous examination of the traditional legislative process.

With this silly season now upon us, the United Indian Nations of Oklahoma (UINO) released a video that highlights the opposition from 141 federally recognized tribes to an 11th-hour surprise that they say will undercut their sovereignty and...