Native American land claims

Native American land claims refer to legal actions taken by Indigenous tribes to assert their rights to ancestral lands that were taken from them, often through treaties that were not honored or through forced removal. These claims seek to restore tribal sovereignty and address historical injustices. Land claims can involve negotiations with the government for compensation, return of lands, or recognition of rights to resources. The process often reflects broader issues of recognition, cultural heritage, and legal rights within the context of U.S. law and treaties made with Native nations.