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Raúl Grijalva: “It misconstrues the plain language of the General Crimes Act. It violates the Constitution separation of powers and…”

On the recordSeptember 19, 2022
It misconstrues the plain language of the General Crimes Act. It violates the Constitution separation of powers and disrespects Congress' exclusive authority to legislate over Indian Affairs.
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Raúl Grijalva
Democratic · Arizona

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Grijalva criticizes the implications of the Castro-Huerta ruling on tribal sovereignty and safety.

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