Oregon tribes challenge federal approval of off-reservation casino

February 4, 2025

The Coquille Indian Tribe is defending its federal land-into-trust approval for a Medford, Oregon, casino, arguing in court that attempts to overturn the decision are unprecedented. Three tribes from Oregon and California claim the casino violates federal laws and threatens their gaming revenue. A federal judge previously denied a request to block the project. The Coquille Tribe maintains the approval follows federal guidelines.

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