The United Nations’ unprecedented interventions at Nooksack highlight a critical juncture in Indigenous rights advocacy, challenging the longstanding deference to Tribal sovereignty. As pressure mounts on U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland amid accusations of neglecting these human rights violations, the voices of disenfranchised Indigenous families grow louder. This situation illustrates a broader struggle for justice and recognition, signaling that even within the sanctity of Tribal governance, international human rights standards must prevail.
UN Intervenes in Nooksack Rights Crisis as Haaland Faces Scrutiny
