Navajo Nation President's Attempt to Fire Controller Deemed Unlawful
Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren's attempt to fire the tribe's controller has been deemed unlawful by the Navajo Nation Council.
The move is part of a prolonged battle between tribal leadership over executive spending, prompting the council to file an injunction to stop it.
"We are the largest Indigenous tribe on the planet, and this is happening," Navajo Controller Sean McCabe warned council members. "You don’t see this at a lemonade stand on the side of the road. President Buu Nygren, this is unacceptable. I hope you’re listening — I hope your people are listening."
McCabe expressed concerns that his staff are scared to work under Interim Controller Alva Tom, and some are leaving their jobs, which undermines their role as checks and balances on finances.
The situation highlights the ongoing power struggle within the Navajo Nation's leadership.
Autor's resume: Navajo Nation's leadership faces challenges.