> A Native American tribe recognized by the United States government possesses tribal sovereignty, a "dependent sovereign nation" status with the Federal Government that is similar to that of a state in some situations, and that of a nation in others, holding a government-to-government relationship with the Federal government of the United States.
The Ute Mountain Ute Tribe referenced in the article is one such Federally recognized tribe.
The Ute Mountain Ute Tribe referenced in the article is one such Federally recognized tribe.
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