Cannon Ball, N.D. — Today, the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe filed a motion with the U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C., asking District Judge James Boasberg to throw out Dakota Access’s lawsuit against the Army Corps of Engineers. The Department of Justice, which represents the Corps, filed a similar motion. Continue reading
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Standing Rock Sioux Tribal Chairman gives Thanks to Water Protectors
The Chairman of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, Dave Archambault II, sends a message of thanks and recognition to the water protectors involved in the fight to stop the Dakota Access pipeline. Continue reading
Standing Rock Sioux Tribe Update on fight against Dakota Access pipeline
The Standing Rock Sioux Tribal council has released an update on their efforts to stop the Dakota Access pipeline. Continue reading
Standing Rock Chairman Responds to Army Corps Decision to Deny Easement
Yesterday we were notified that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will not grant the easement to cross Lake Oahe for the Dakota Access pipeline. Instead, they will prepare an Environmental Impact Statement regarding alternative routes for the pipeline. Continue reading
Standing Rock Sioux Tribe issues proclamation in support of Oceti Sakowin camp safety
Cannon Ball, N.D.— Standing Rock Sioux Tribal Chairman Dave Archambault II today issued a proclamation in support of water protectors who face continued civil rights abuses and excessive use of force by law enforcement. Continue reading