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Klamath Tribe Leader Confirmed for IHS | Portland News
Mark Cruz, a Klamath Tribe member from Oregon and former tribal policy advisor, has been confirmed as director of the Indian Health Service — a historic moment for Native American healthcare leadership. Appointed after a 51-47 Senate vote, Cruz will serve a four-year term while continuing his advisory role with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., positioning him to amplify tribal voices at the federal level. His journey includes stints at the Department of the Interior under Trump, leading GOP legislative efforts in Oregon, and lobbying before landing this pivotal role. Cruz joins a legacy…
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