Jonathan Nez: “His actions make no sense, given the U.S. policy of tribal self-determination.”

Funding allocations to programs must consider the commitments the United States government made when they entered into treaties with Indian nation.

Any laws and regulations that are in place still do not protect my people, the Navajo people, the Pueblo people, the greater Chaco area.

The Federal Government has a responsibility under our Treaty of 1868 and a trust obligation to protect and assist the nation, all tribal nations, securing and developing our people, land, and resources.

40 to 50 percent of indigenous people don't have running water, they don't have broadband access.