NEW: Native Americans say they should be exempt from Medicaid work requirements. The Trump admin disagrees — an attempt to renegotiate centuries-old protections. politico.com/story/2018/04/…
The Trump administration repeatedly rejected the tribes’ request, arguing that they’re seeking an illegal preference - and that HHS sees them as a “race,” not a separate government. politico.com/story/2018/04/… 
Even though the decision was handed down in January, HHS still hasn’t produced the documents explaining why. Didn’t answer POLITICO’s question on this either. politico.com/story/2018/04/…
One issued that vexed the tribes: Even as Trump admin said Native Americans were seeking illegal racial preference, the same office announced new protections for conservative religious groups. More on that decision: politico.com/story/2018/01/…
25 years ago: Trump argues in Congress that Native Americans shouldn’t get special preferences. “They don’t look Indian to me.” (via @chrislhayes)
From @FamiliesUSA chief Frederick Isasi on the administration rejecting tribes’ Medicaid request.
“The Trump administration’s refusal … is a direct affront to the U.S. government’s legal obligations.”
“The Trump administration’s refusal … is a direct affront to the U.S. government’s legal obligations.”
