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Wall on Sacred Land Sparks Tribal Fight | Oakland News
A controversial border wall is being built on sacred Tohono O’odham land in Arizona, sparking a fierce clash between federal security priorities and tribal sovereignty. While Customs and Border Protection calls it a vital anti-drug and anti-trafficking measure, the tribe says it’s an invasion of ancestral territory and spiritual sites. Contractors are accused of trespassing and violating tribal codes, and though a judge has approved construction, tribal leaders vow to fight every legal avenue to protect their heritage — turning this into a high-stakes battle over land, culture, and…
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