Supreme Court Finds Much Of Oklahoma Is Native American Land

The Supreme Court ruled that a large portion of Eastern Oklahoma, including Tulsa, remains a Native American reservation. This decision stems from Jimcy McGirt's case, questioning state jurisdiction over crimes on tribal land. The court upheld that Congress never dissolved the Creek reservation, affirming federal jurisdiction under the Major Crimes Act. The ruling impacts Oklahoma's authority over Native American cases, with potential retrials for McGirt and others. Oklahoma and tribal nations pledged to ensure justice and maintain public safety.

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