11. Modern Legal Victories
In recent decades, landmark Supreme Court cases such as Worcester v. Georgia have affirmed the unique status of tribal nations and their right to self-governance. More recently, decisions like the 2020 ruling that confirmed much of eastern Oklahoma as tribal land have reinforced the legal foundations of Native sovereignty and jurisdiction. These victories continue to shape the landscape of Indigenous rights today. For details on recent court cases, visit NPR: Supreme Court Rules on Oklahoma Tribal Land.
