Ned Norris Jr.: “I have an obligation to speak for my people.”

The Nation fully supports the purpose of Title IX, which is to strengthen tribal sovereignty and reaffirm tribal jurisdiction over non-Indian perpetrators.

The Nation respectfully urges that you put an end to this misguided, cynical legislation.

The Nation is deeply appreciative of the attention that this subcommittee is paying to the serious issues that surround the frighteningly broad authority that the Secretary of Homeland Security has been given.

I am here today to convey the Tohono O'odham Nation's outrage and profound sense of betrayal.