Read about a 2020 court case that addresses issues that continue between Indigenous Americans and the federal government.
Research and address the following in 5–7 pages:
- Describe the Indian Major Crimes Act. Explain how there came to be a boundary between tribal and federal law.
- Discuss the ruling in McGirt v. Oklahoma. Do you agree with the court’s decision? Explain why or why not.
- How did Congressional failure of creating the reservation impact the discussion of the Supreme Court in McGirt’s case? Explain in detail.
- Using an example from the last 50 years, give a brief history of tensions around land between tribes and the federal government.
- Does the Indian Major Crimes Act sufficiently address misconduct? Explain in detail why it does or does not, and then give an example of something you would add or take away from this policy to improve it.
- Explain how your change is an improvement.
Be sure to use at least 5 academic and scholarly sources to support your arguments.
