South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem says checkpoints two Native American tribes have put in place are illegal. Tribal leaders say they're trying to control the spread of the coronavirus and keep their community safe. Here's what you need to know.
The lawmakers said in a letter dated Saturday that they did"not wish to be party of another lawsuit that will ultimately cost the people of South Dakota more money. "We wish to work with all parties involved for a reasonable, legal, and appropriate solution that addresses the concerns of all sovereigns involved.
For those coming from a hot spot, they can only go to the reservation for essential activities -- and can only do so after obtaining a travel permit, available on the tribe's website. How did the governor respond?In response to the checkpoints that were set up in early April, the governor published a statement Friday to the tribes giving them 48 hours to remove them. Otherwise, Noem warned in her Friday letter,"the State will take necessary legal action.
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