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On the recordDecember 10, 2024
The cartels have a presence on several of South Dakota's tribal reservations. They have been successful in recruiting tribal members to join their criminal activity.
Said by
Kristi Noem
Republican · South Dakota
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Editor's note · Context

Noem claims that cartels are active in South Dakota's tribal areas.

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