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Trump’s FY 2027 Budget and the Cost of Reframing Tribal Obligations

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Trump’s FY 2027 Budget and the Cost of Reframing Tribal Obligations

Opinion The president’s budget is not just a ledger full of numbers. It is a statement of values that reflects national priorities. Donald Trump’s 2027 budget proposal sends a clear message to Indian Country: the Trump administration does not prioritize tribal nations. Released on Good Friday, the budget is not good for Indian Country. It…

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