It’s no secret that relationships between South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem and some tribal leaders in the state are strained. The rift grew even wider recently when the governor said drug cartels are doing big business on reservation land, and tribal leaders are turning a blind eye to it.
Noem says the crisis at the United States’ border with Mexico is affecting Tribal areas.
Tribal leaders have denied the presence of drug cartels, but Noem says she has proof to back up what she’s been saying.
Several tribes have since banned Noem from being on their reservations. Although Noem doesn’t agree with it, she’ll respect their wishes.
The Standing Rock, Oglala Sioux and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribes have banned Noem from their reservation lands.
News partner KWAT contributed to this story.
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