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Native News Weekly (May 31, 2026): D.C. Briefs

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Native News Weekly (May 31, 2026): D.C. Briefs

WASHINGTON — In addition to articles already covered by Native News Online, here is a roundup of other news released from Washington, D.C. that impacts Indian Country recently. Federal Agencies Launch Tribal Economies Webinar Series The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Tribal and Native…

by Native News Online Staff May 31, 2026

Cherokee Nation’s Legacy Along Route 66

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Cherokee Nation’s Legacy Along Route 66

by Chuck Hoskin Jr May 31, 2026

Army Conducts Ninth Year of Disinterment and Return of Native American Children at Carlisle Barracks

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Army Conducts Ninth Year of Disinterment and Return of Native American Children at Carlisle Barracks

by Levi Rickert May 30, 2026May 30, 2026

Trending News

Montana Tribe Opposes 'Slap on the Wrist' Fine for Illegal Mining That Polluted Water SourceMay 26, 2026

This Day in History: May 28, 1888 – “Greatest Athlete in the World” Jim Thorpe was BornMay 28, 2026

How Interior Helped Pushed Bison Off Montana’s Federal LandsMay 26, 2026

This Day in History: May 28, 1830, Andrew Jackson Signs Indian Removal ActMay 28, 2026

Interior Department Announces Major Expansion of Hunting & Fishing Access on Federal LandsMay 27, 2026

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THIS WEEKEND: Deb Haaland to Cast Vote, Host Canvass Launches

THIS WEEKEND: Deb Haaland to Cast Vote, Host Canvass Launches

by Levi Rickert May 29, 2026May 29, 2026

This Day in History: May 28, 1888 – “Greatest Athlete in the World” Jim Thorpe was Born

This Day in History: May 28, 1888 – “Greatest Athlete in the World” Jim Thorpe was Born

by Levi Rickert May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

Ramos Advances Six Bills on Native American Rights, Victim Protections and Missing Persons Cases

Ramos Advances Six Bills on Native American Rights, Victim Protections and Missing Persons Cases

by Levi Rickert May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

Charging the Rez

Charging the Rez

by Mark Trahant May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

From Our Partners

Kent Paul reflects on 25 years helping build Native American Bank

Kent Paul reflects on 25 years helping build Native American Bank

May 22, 2026May 26, 2026

From the Crow Nation to the Courtroom: Celina Stops Makes History at Boyd School of Law

From the Crow Nation to the Courtroom: Celina Stops Makes History at Boyd School of Law

May 11, 2026May 11, 2026

Opinion

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On Memorial Day, Remember Native Warriors and Honor a Greater Truth

On Memorial Day, Remember Native Warriors and Honor a Greater Truth

by Levi Rickert May 25, 2026

Ebola: Why Is This Outbreak Different This Time?

Ebola: Why Is This Outbreak Different This Time?

by Professor Victoria Sutton May 25, 2026

Restoring Opportunity Through Reentry Support

Restoring Opportunity Through Reentry Support

by Chuck Hoskin Jr May 24, 2026May 24, 2026

Carlisle Cemetery Case Reopens Questions of Burial, Repatriation and Justice

Carlisle Cemetery Case Reopens Questions of Burial, Repatriation and Justice

by Levi Rickert May 18, 2026May 18, 2026

Winter is Coming. . .

Winter is Coming. . .

by Professor Victoria Sutton May 17, 2026May 17, 2026

A Park to Honor the Legacy of Chief Wilma Mankiller

A Park to Honor the Legacy of Chief Wilma Mankiller

by Chuck Hoskin Jr May 17, 2026

Arts & Entertainment

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Poarch Creek Indians Museum Unveils Exhibit Exploring Native Southeastern Art and Culture

Poarch Creek Indians Museum Unveils Exhibit Exploring Native Southeastern Art and Culture

by Native News Online Staff May 29, 2026May 29, 2026

Joy Harjo Sings Prayers To Her Enemies, And Other Songs To Get Through Rootlessness

Joy Harjo Sings Prayers To Her Enemies, And Other Songs To Get Through Rootlessness

by Shaun Griswold May 27, 2026May 28, 2026

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Sovereignty

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Grand Ronde Tribe Breaks Ground on tumwata village at Historic Willamette Falls Site

Grand Ronde Tribe Breaks Ground on tumwata village at Historic Willamette Falls Site

by Native News Online Staff May 29, 2026

Land Back: Fond du Lac Band Celebrates Return of 3,400 Acres in Historic Transfer

Land Back: Fond du Lac Band Celebrates Return of 3,400 Acres in Historic Transfer

by Levi Rickert May 29, 2026

Grand Traverse Band Dedicates Company K Memorial Highway Honoring Native Civil War Soldiers

Grand Traverse Band Dedicates Company K Memorial Highway Honoring Native Civil War Soldiers

by Levi Rickert May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

Nygren Highlights Navajo Economic Growth at Arizona Business Luncheon

Nygren Highlights Navajo Economic Growth at Arizona Business Luncheon

by Levi Rickert May 26, 2026May 26, 2026

Interior Department Probate Surge Returns $28 Million to Tribal Beneficiaries

Interior Department Probate Surge Returns $28 Million to Tribal Beneficiaries

by Native News Online Staff May 25, 2026May 25, 2026

Supreme Court Ruling Robs Native Americans of ‘Silent Partner’ in Legislative Redistricting

Supreme Court Ruling Robs Native Americans of ‘Silent Partner’ in Legislative Redistricting

by Makenzie Huber May 23, 2026May 23, 2026

Education

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NABS: 4th Circuit Affirms NAGPRA Protections for Carlisle Boarding School Children

NABS: 4th Circuit Affirms NAGPRA Protections for Carlisle Boarding School Children

by Levi Rickert May 19, 2026May 19, 2026

Zuni Youth Enrichment Project Will Host 18th Annual Summer Camp June 22-July 17

Zuni Youth Enrichment Project Will Host 18th Annual Summer Camp June 22-July 17

by Native News Online Staff May 19, 2026May 19, 2026

Proposed Trump Budget Could Force Tribal Colleges to Close Within a Year, Native Education Leaders Warn

Proposed Trump Budget Could Force Tribal Colleges to Close Within a Year, Native Education Leaders Warn

by Levi Rickert May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Health

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Clean Water, Hospital Construction Among Tribal Health Concerns at Senate Budget Hearing

Clean Water, Hospital Construction Among Tribal Health Concerns at Senate Budget Hearing

by Elyse Wild May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

Plant-based Diet Convert Drops Weight and Need for Diabetes Medication

Plant-based Diet Convert Drops Weight and Need for Diabetes Medication

by Chickasaw Nation Media May 27, 2026May 27, 2026

National Agenda Seeks to Transform Early Childhood Services for Native Families

National Agenda Seeks to Transform Early Childhood Services for Native Families

by Levi Rickert May 24, 2026May 24, 2026

American Indian Cancer Foundation Invites Communities to Observe Keep Tobacco Sacred Day

American Indian Cancer Foundation Invites Communities to Observe Keep Tobacco Sacred Day

by Native News Online Staff May 22, 2026May 22, 2026

Environment

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Navajo Nation Delegate Raises Concerns Over Threats to Grand Staircase-Escalante Management Plan

Navajo Nation Delegate Raises Concerns Over Threats to Grand Staircase-Escalante Management Plan

by Levi Rickert May 27, 2026May 27, 2026

Montana Tribe Opposes ‘Slap on the Wrist’ Fine for Illegal Mining That Polluted Water Source

Montana Tribe Opposes ‘Slap on the Wrist’ Fine for Illegal Mining That Polluted Water Source

by Elyse Wild May 26, 2026May 26, 2026