'Monumental day': Indian Country reacts to Deb Haaland vote
FELICIA FONSECA, Associated Press
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The Senate has confirmed New Mexico Rep. Deb Haaland as interior secretary, making her the first Native American to lead a Cabinet department and the first to lead the federal agency that wields influence over the nation's tribes. (March 15) Video: Associated Press
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — Citizens of tribes across the U.S. cried and clapped in celebration Monday as Deb Haaland became the first Native American confirmed as secretary of a Cabinet agency.
The U.S. Senate voted 51-40 in favor of the Democrat's nomination to lead the Interior Department, which has broad oversight of tribal affairs and energy development.