The Koi Nation, a small tribe in Northern California

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The Koi Nation, a small tribe in Northern California, has long struggled to obtain land and open a casino. With federal court backing, the tribe acquired a 68-acre parcel in Sonoma County in 2021, partnering with the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma to build a $600 million resort and casino. The U.S. Department of the Interior is now deciding whether to place the land into trust, which would allow the Koi Nation to move forward with the project. However, the proposal faces strong opposition, especially from nearby casino operators and California Governor Gavin Newsom, who are concerned about the impact on the local market. Critics argue that the Koi Nation is not historically connected to the area, while the tribe insists on its right to pursue this opportunity based on historical connections to the land