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Flagstaff, Arizona: Citizens of tribes across the United States cried and clapped in celebration as Deb Haaland became the first Native American confirmed as Interior Secretary and cabinet member on Tuesday.
The US Senate voted 51-40 in favour of the Democratâs nomination to lead the Interior Department, which has oversight of tribal affairs, energy development on public lands and waters, and has wielded influence over the nationâs tribes for nearly two centuries.
The department also oversees a host of other issues, including national parks and endangered species.
New Mexico congresswoman Deb Haaland speaks during her confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington.
Monumental day : Indian Country reacts to Deb Haaland vote
FELICIA FONSECA, Associated Press
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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.
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
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