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The IJA condemned censorship of Giduwa Cherokee News amid growing concerns over transparency in the UKB and Cherokee Nation, especially around election commission access and press freedom.
Federal changes to DOGE are causing funding delays and uncertainty for tribal nations and cities nationwide. Cherokee Nation leaders warn the upheaval could threaten healthcare and self-governance.
After a major breach exposed genetic data from millions of 23andMe users, many are struggling to delete their DNA info, raising urgent questions about privacy, data control, and consent.
Proposed DOGE funding cuts could severely impact Cherokee Nation healthcare, threatening tribal self-governance and access to care for thousands of citizens across rural Oklahoma.