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Native people send prayers, protections and congratulations for Interior nominee Deb Haaland
Debra Utacia Krol, Arizona Republic
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Rep. Deb Haaland
President-elect Joe Biden introduced Rep. Deb Haaland, D-N.M., as his nominee for Interior Secretary on Saturday. If she’s confirmed by the U.S. Senate, she will be the first Native American to hold a cabinet position.
Accolades from tribal leaders, Haaland’s House seatmates and senators crammed inboxes and social media feeds this week as news of the nomination circulated. Native people are also talking about what many are calling a historic event. ....

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