ADADThe Mashantucket Pequot and Mohegan tribes’ casino plans had prompted pushback by MGM Resorts International, which operates a gambling facility across the state border in Massachusetts. The tribes’ proposal became a source of contention at Interior and the White House during Trump’s first months in office. The New York Times first reported Wednesday that Rosen had delayed possibly bringing charges against the former interior secretary. Were the Justice Department to decide to move forward, Zinke and his lawyers possibly would be given the opportunity to present their own case to top Justice Department officials, who would ultimately decide whether to authorize charges. “The Department of Interior should not take a position on any activity outside the reservation that is not bound by law or treaty,” Zinke said.

Source: Washington Post November 12, 2020 16:22 UTC