Cherokee Nation Names First Delegate To Congress

The Cherokee Nation is set to have a representative in the U.S. House of Representatives for the first time, as promised by a 200-year-old treaty. Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. emphasized the treaty's sacredness and nominated Kimberly Teehee as the delegate. Teehee, who served under President Obama, awaits Congress's approval. The role is expected to be similar to non-voting representatives from Washington D.C. and U.S. territories, allowing participation in debates and committees but not floor voting.

What historical agreement allows the Cherokee Nation to have a representative in Congress?

• An executive order

• A Supreme Court ruling

• A 200-year-old treaty with the US

• A recent legislative act

Who has been nominated as the Cherokee Nation's delegate to Congress?

• Nancy Pelosi

• Chuck Hoskin Jr.

• Barack Obama

• Kimberly Teehee

What was Kimberly Teehee's role under former President Barack Obama?

• Senior policy adviser for Native American affairs

• Chief of Staff

• Secretary of State

• Vice President

What is the expected role of the Cherokee representative in Congress?

• No participation in any legislative activities

• Similar to representatives from Washington DC and US territories

• Full voting rights on the House floor

• Only ceremonial duties

What is required for the Cherokee Nation's delegate nomination to be finalized?

• Approval by the President

• Approval by Congress

• Approval by the Cherokee Nation

• Approval by the Supreme Court