The Muscogee Nation

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  • 2021 Pending General Election

  • Muscogee Citizen Confirmed as First Native American Federal Judge in Washington State History

    For Immediate Release October 6, 2021
    Media Contact: Jason Salsman
    O: (918) 732-7609
    jsalsman@muscogeenation.com

    Muscogee Citizen Confirmed as First Native American Federal Judge in Washington State History

    Muscogee Citizen Confirmed as First Native American Federal Judge in Washington State History
    Lauren J. King was nominated by President Biden in May, formerly served on Mvskoke Reservation Protection Commission.

    OKMULGEE, OK — The U.S. Senate confirmed Muscogee citizen Lauren J. King as the first Native American federal judge in history for the state of Washington.

    King won the confirmation vote 55-44, and will represent the Western District of Washington. She was nominated by President Joe Biden in May.

    “We’re thrilled to learn of the historical confirmation of Ms. Lauren King to a federal judgeship,” Muscogee Nation Principal Chief David Hill said. “She has been a champion for Indian law, a warrior for sovereignty, and is a proven example of leadership among her peers in the profession. When strong, Muscogee women make history, it’s always a good day.”

    King has most recently led the Native American practice at Foster Garvey PC, where she is a principal at the firm. She was also a member of the Mvskoke Reservation Protection Commission, created in 2020 to identify needs and offer solutions to strengthen sovereignty and implement policy and infrastructure at the Muscogee Nation in the wake of the McGirt decision.

    Ms. King is a member of New Tulsa Tribal Town and is of the Sweet Potato Clan. Her grandmother is the late Anna (Jacobs) King and her great aunt is former Muscogee Nation Council representative Irene Cleghorn. Her great grandfather John Jacobs, was also a lawyer, and served on the House of Kings and House of Warriors.

  • Mvskoke Nation Youth Services Holds Annual Awards

    For Immediate Release October 5, 2021
    Media Contact: Darren Delaune
    O: (918) 732-7617
    ddelaune@muscogeenation.com

     

    Mvskoke Nation Youth Services Holds Annual Awards
    Awards ceremony held virtual for the second year.


    OKMULGEE, Oklahoma     — On Sept. 28, the Mvskoke Nation Youth Services held their annual Mvskoke Youth Awards for the Muscogee Reservation.

    In 2016, MNYS created the Mvnettvlke Onaya Award (Youth Visionary) and Vculvlke Mvnettvlke Emvnicv (Old Who Helps the Young) to celebrate Muscogee (Creek) citizens making a difference in the lives of Mvskoke Youth.

    “The Mvskoke Youth Awards are inspired by the Champion for Change award from the Center for Native American Youth (CNAY),” Director of MNYS Nancy Mason said. “Champions are Native youth who initiate programs, events, or other efforts that are improving lives of fellow youth in Indian Country.”

    This is the second year that the awards were held virtually. Mason said it reaches out to a wider audience.

    “And we are able to celebrate winners from out of state,” she said.

    Here is the list of award winners for 2021:

    Mvnettvlke Onaya (Youth Visionary)

    • Laura Giles – Encouraging Wellness
    • Kenna Najera – Promoting Civic Duty
    • Elizabeth Rowland – Providing Resources
    • Stephanie Zackery – Creating Support
    • Brent Deo – Fostering Advocacy

    Vculvlke Mvnettvlke Emvnicv (Old Who Helps the Young)

    • Rosemary McComb-Maxey – Encouraging Wellness
    • Ashleigh Fixico – Promoting Civic Duty
    • Scott Harjo – Providing Resources
    • Ryan Hill – Creating Support
    • Julie Norem – Fostering Advocacy

    Congratulations to all of our winners. To learn more about the recipients, go to:https://www.mvskokeyouth.com/mvskokeyouthawards.

     

     

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