Inter-Tribal Council Backs Cherokee for Indian Affairs Post
TAHLEQUAH, Okla., Jan. 19 -- The Cherokee Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release:
Okla. Jana McKeag, who has more than 40 years of experience working with tribal governments, is being considered for the post within the Department of Interior. McKeag has worked with federal agencies and practices law specializing in issues facing Indian Country. Among her areas of expertise are tribal economic development, education and tribal sovere . . .
Julie Hubbard, 918/207-3896, julie-hubbard@cherokee.org
Okla. Jana McKeag, who has more than 40 years of experience working with tribal governments, is being considered for the post within the Department of Interior. McKeag has worked with federal agencies and practices law specializing in issues facing Indian Country. Among her areas of expertise are tribal economic development, education and tribal sovere . . .