Wááshindoon Weekly

November 28, 2025

WEEKLY UPDATES

A glimpse into our office's week

A Special Message from the Executive Director


Yá'át'ééh,


As we welcome the season of gratitude, I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to our readers, partners, and the communities we proudly serve. This time of year reminds us of the importance of unity, mutual respect, and the relationships that bind us together. These values guide the work we do every day here in Washington, D.C., and ground our efforts in service to our people.


On behalf of the Navajo Nation Washington Office, I wish you and your loved ones a peaceful, joyful, and restorative holiday weekend. May this season bring warmth to your home.


Ahéhee'

USDA Strengthens Disease Preparedness Efforts with Launch of New Website


In the past week, the USDA launched Screwworm.gov, a new website that brings together federal resources and updates on the New World Screwworm. Although the parasite is not currently found in the U.S., it has become a major threat to livestock in South America.


Vaccine Coverage Questions Emerge After Meeting with HHS Secretary


Last week, Secretary Kennedy met with a group of governors to discuss federal vaccine policies. Secretary Kennedy stated that even if certain vaccines are removed from the federal recommended vaccine schedule, those vaccines could still remain eligible for insurance coverage.

WEEK IN REVIEW

Noteworthy headlines you might have missed

Why MMIP Cases Stall: The Jurisdictional Maze Delaying Justice

KOAT7 Action News



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Civil War General and Seneca Leader Ely Samuel Parker Posthumously Admitted to New York State Bar

Indian Country Today


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US Senate Unanimously Recognizes November as National Native American Heritage Month

Native News Online


The U.S. Senate passed a bipartisan resolution recognizing November 2025 as National Native American Heritage Month.


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WEEK IN REVIEW

Noteworthy headlines you might have missed

THIS WEEK

No Significant Hearings



NEXT WEEK

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