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On the recordFebruary 25, 2020
As one of the first Native women in Congress, I find it my duty to speak up for Indian Country and the Administration's lack of respect for the Federal trust responsibility we have to Native nations.
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Debra Haaland
Democratic · New Mexico

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Haaland emphasizes her responsibility to advocate for Native nations.

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