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Mike Thompson: Unfortunately, some groups seek to use the courts or petitions to the executive branch to circumvent Congress and gain…

On the recordApril 21, 2015
Unfortunately, some groups seek to use the courts or petitions to the executive branch to circumvent Congress and gain recognition.
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Mike Thompson
Democratic · California

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Thompson criticizes attempts to bypass Congress for tribal recognition.

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