February 20, 2025
The Native Village of Eklutna has asked a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Anchorage residents seeking to block its 58,000-square-foot casino. The tribe argues it has sovereign immunity and is a required party that cannot be sued without consent. The lawsuit challenges the tribe’s legal status and claims the land is not eligible for gaming. Eklutna officials say federal law recognizes their sovereignty and economic interests. The case raises broader issues of tribal self-governance in Alaska.
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