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Choctaw representation at the Oscars, Colorado River rights and more
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Dakota woman recounts more than 48 hours in immigration detainment
Sophie Watso was arrested by immigration agents on Jan. 14 who accused her of obstructing an ongoing investigation
From baby formula to wool socks: Donations flood into Minneapolis
Tribal communities across the country begin sending donations to Native activists protesting federal immigration enforcement efforts in Minneapolis and residents afraid to leave their homes.
Fearing ICE, Native Americans rush to prove their right to belong in the US
As Native Americans around the country rush to secure documents proving their right to live in the United States, many see a bitter irony.
First Nations across Canada issue warnings about US travel
Travelers are urged to carry tribal IDs, status cards, passports and other identification if they cross the border
What to do if ICE approaches you
UPDATED: The Native American Rights Fund and National Congress of American Indians held a webinar on the latest Know Your Rights materials and NCAI’s recent guidance for tribal citizens and tribal nations.
Must Reads
A former Native internment camp becomes site of prayer camp
Dakota and other Native activists established a teepee camp near a federal immigration detention center in Fort Snelling, Minnesota, that has a dark history with Native people.
Colorado River: Tribes seek to be part of solution
Agreement on Colorado River water usage unlikely to be met by Colorado River Basin states by Feb. 14 deadline; tribes want more input in the new operating guidelines.
Redwolf Pope survivors reclaim power in courtroom
Survivors described years of sexual violence, manipulation, and surveillance carried out by a man who posed as an Indigenous activist to gain access to Native communities. While his sentence brings relief, many say justice came far too late. The bonds formed among survivors now drive efforts to protect others and reform victim protections
ICT’s Annual Indigenous Valentine’s Day Playlist
From Siibii to Supaman, love is in the air with these songs
‘Good Riddance’: Native leaders relieved but skeptical about plans to end immigration operation in Minnesota
Trump administration announces halt to ‘Operation Metro Surge’
NATIVE VOTE: Will Native Republicans stand by or break from the GOP?
The economy was the top issue for Indigenous voters in 2024. There are signs they may be losing confidence in this administration to fix it.
Native Vote
Indigenous voters could help shape Congress in 2026 elections
ANALYSIS: ICT takes a look at key midterm races across the U.S
Mary Peltola seeks to be first Alaska Native woman in Senate
Former U.S. representative, Yup’ik, will challenge sitting Republican Dan Sullivan for the hotly contested seat that Democrats are hoping could help them retake control of the Senate
Native woman announces run for South Dakota governor
Allison Renville will run as an Independent candidate
A glimpse into what 2026 could bring to Indian Country
From a potential government shutdown to the end of America’s ‘largest powwow,’ here’s what Indian Country can expect in 2026
The original New York voters: ‘Natives for Zohran’
Native voters supported Zohran Mamdani’s bid for New York City mayor despite his campaign not addressing them directly, and celebrated his historic win
Contested elections, local races: Native people participated across the country in Election Day 2025
UPDATED: A look at Native candidates on Tuesday’s ballot
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