In a historic ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court preserved Native American sovereignty and affirmed that tribes are separate governments with the right to regulate their own affairs.

The case, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma v. United States, was brought by the government on behalf of the tribe, which wanted to drill for oil on land it believes belongs to the tribe. The case raised important questions about the relationship between the federal government and Native American tribes, and it was closely watched by tribal nations and environmental groups around the world.

Watch the full Democracy Now report to learn more about the significance of this ruling and what it means for the future of Native American sovereignty.
Democracy Now clips: Native American Sovereignty Preserved Supreme Court Makes Historic Ruling

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