Native groups urge administration to uphold trust obligations

A coalition of Tribal organizations is urging the administration to ensure executive actions do not undermine Tribal sovereignty or disrupt federal funding for critical programs. Concerns arose after multiple executive orders and Office of Management and Budget directives led to funding freezes affecting healthcare, education, and economic development. While initial restrictions have been lifted, questions remain about long-term impacts. Tribal leaders stress that federal funding is a legal obligation, not discretionary aid.