Deb Haaland actually said...

Thank you, Mr. Shaffir, for your strength, courage, and sacrifice.

I think he would be proud of every single one of you for carrying on his legacy, so thank you for that.

Thank you for your persistence and integrity in the face of opposition for the higher purposes of equality and justice.

This entire country was once Indian Country... Federal recognition is a process that has been established because of colonialism.