NYTIMES (Ellen Barry) - Nancy Ward, the Cherokee Leader, Stokes Division Even 250 Years Later
In 1776, Cherokee leaders looked for ways to navigate a foreboding future. Nanyehi, a.k.a. Nancy Ward, is venerated and reviled for her choice.
NYTIMES (Madeleine Ngo) - Markwayne Mullin Confirmed as Homeland Security Secretary
A Cherokee Nation member who has served as Oklahoma’s junior senator, Mr. Mullin will take charge at a pivotal time.
NPR (Eric Westervelt) - Native Americans react to Sen. Markwayne Mullin's DHS appointment
Many tribes are encouraged by Trump's choice of Sen. Markwayne Mullin, a member of the Cherokee nation, as the new DHS Secretary. ICE agents have been accused of racially profiling Native Americans.
AXIOS (Josephine Walker) - What to know about Markwayne Mullin, Trump's new Homeland Security pick
Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) is poised to be the next Homeland Security Secretary, replacing Kristi Noem , President Trump announced Thursday. Why it matters: Mullin is a staunchly MAGA firebrand and will likely be in lockstep with Trump's immigration agenda. What they're saying: "Markwayne will work tirelessly to Keep our Border Secure, Stop Migrant Crime, Murderers, and other Criminals from illegally entering our Country, End the Scourge of Illegal Drugs and, MAKE AMERICA SAFE AGAIN," Trump said on Truth Social . - Mullin, who will need Senate confirmation, had previously hinted at being open to an administration position. Catch up quick: Trump was reportedly unhappy with Noem, who became the face of his nationwide immigration…