Deb Haaland reflects on her legacy as interior secretary
Deb Haaland, the first Native American to serve as a U.S. Cabinet secretary, is reflecting on her legacy as Secretary of the Interior. A member of the Laguna Pueblo tribe, Haaland has focused on climate action, advancing tribal sovereignty, and addressing the painful history of Indian boarding schools. Her leadership has brought critical Native issues to the forefront of federal policy.
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