Trump in September promised that he would sign legislation to grant federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe, a distinction that would unlock access to federal funds. He ultimately won North ...

The state recognized the tribe in 1885. In 1956, Congress passed legislation recognizing the tribe but without Lumbee benefits that every other federally recognized tribe receives.

Each one will serve a three-year term, but not consecutively. The Lumbee Tribe has long sought recognition from the federal government. That sentiment was expressed a number of times at Thursday ...

(WWAY) — The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is moving a step towards federal recognition. The US House of Representatives passed the Lumbee Fairness Act 311-96, clearing the way for the tribe ...

WASHINGTON (WTVD) -- U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson and other North Carolina lawmakers introduced a bill Thursday to formally recognize the Lumbee Tribe. Hudson joined fellow Republican representatives ...