Staff Reports
The Biden administration’s latest stunt is nothing short of a disgraceful power grab disguised as tribal support. In a brazen last-minute move, this lame-duck White House handed over sacred Patwin lands near Vallejo, California, to a completely unrelated tribe—the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians. This isn’t about honoring history or respecting rightful ownership. It’s a cynical case of bureaucratic “reservation shopping” crafted to enrich casino developers and special interests aligned with the left’s big money buddies, all while trampling on the true descendants of these lands.
The Patwin tribes have been the legitimate stewards of this land for thousands of years. Their legacy is one of respect, preservation, and community partnership. They protect the ecological and cultural resources in the Vallejo area with unwavering dedication. Yet, the Biden administration ignored their voices entirely. Not only were the Patwin tribes’ detailed evidence and heartfelt objections dismissed, but the administration also outright stated it did not consider tribal input—a slap in the face to tribal sovereignty and an insult to anyone who believes in honoring treaties and heritage.
Meanwhile, the Scotts Valley Band, who live nearly a hundred miles away from Vallejo and claim Clear Lake as their ancestral home, exploited loopholes in federal Indian gaming laws to waltz onto land with zero historic ties just to build a lucrative casino. This ploy was so clearly illegitimate that it had been blocked multiple times before—under both Republican and Democrat administrations. The fact that Biden’s team disregarded this bipartisan consensus speaks volumes about their contempt for law, order, and fairness. If the left is willing to weaponize federal agencies to reward political cronies and enrich casino interests while bulldozing legitimate tribal claims, what else are they willing to sacrifice?
We all know the Biden family would steal anything not nailed down. Yeah, they would steal land.
Standing with Tribal Sovereignty: Trump and Burgum Fight Biden’s Rigged Casino Dealhttps://t.co/Axl0n9VuNK
— Pat Ichoe (@IchoePat) May 30, 2025
Thankfully, the only bright spot here is the return of leadership willing to correct these radical shoehorned deals. President Trump and Secretary Doug Burgum have stepped up to stop this reckless giveaway and demand a return to a transparent, evidence-based process—one that respects the rule of law and the rightful tribal heirs. This push to reverse Biden’s disastrous decision is a breath of fresh air amid the swamp of Washington corruption. It’s a reminder that the true conservative commitment isn’t just about profits or politics—it’s about honoring America’s diverse history and standing up for the little guy against greedy insiders.
With the Biden administration’s corrupt gamble exposed and challenged, the question remains: how many more sacred lands will be lost before real accountability returns? The last thing this country needs is more backroom casino deals spun by partisans with no respect for indigenous heritage or the American rule of law. Is this going to be the new normal—left-wing federal bureaucrats auctioning off tribal lands to the highest bidder while the real custodians are ignored? The American people—and the true tribes—deserve better.
