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Passamaquoddy chief ousted as Janet Mills awaits word on meeting with tribal leaders

by The Associated Press October 17, 2023October 18, 2023

Leaders of the Penobscot, Maliseet, Mi’kmaq and Passamaquoddy are considering whether to meet the governor next month for a “Tribal-State Summit.

In recent years, the Wabanaki have seen growing support among Maine lawmakers, particularly Republicans like Billy Bob Faulkingham.

Wabanaki tribes hope a long elusive goal is within reach

by Nicole Ogrysko, Maine Public January 4, 2023January 4, 2023

Maine Legislature endorses bill to let tribes run gaming businesses

by Caitlin Andrews and Michael Shepherd June 17, 2021June 18, 2021