The Muscogee Nation is closely monitoring the temporary holds placed by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) as the new administration transitions and naturally evaluates funding decisions made by the previous administration.
Our team is actively communicating with all relevant federal partners and counterparts to better understand the administration’s process and to advocate for the best interests of Muscogee Nation citizens. It is important to note that the OMB order recognizes a distinction between non statutory funding and other statutory obligations such as the federal trust responsibility to tribal nations.
We remain committed to ensuring minimal disruptions to our programs and are confident in our ability to navigate this situation, just as we have risen to past challenges, including government shutdowns and the pandemic.
David W. Will
Principal Chief, Muscogee (Creek) Nation