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  • Emerging Aviation Technology Center ribbon-cutting ceremony
    Chief's Blog, Videos

    Chief Batton talks about the Emerging Aviation Technology Center

    Chief Batton cuts the ribbon on the new technology center and talks about the future of the center at Daisy Ranch.

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  • Vote in the upcoming tribal election
    Chief's Blog

    Chief reviews outcome of 2025 tribal election

    The Chief goes over what the amendment voting and tribal council election means for the Choctaw Nation.

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  • A gavel with the Choctaw Nation Seal hitting the desk.
    Chief's Blog

    Chief Reflects on the Impact of McGirt Ruling, Five Years Later

    The Chief remembers the ruling five years ago that changed the way sovereign rights in the U.S. Court System were viewed.

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  • Assistant Chief Jack Austin, Jr. signs ESGR pledge
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    Assistant Chief Jack Austin, Jr. signs ESGR pledge

    Assistant Chief Jack Austin, Jr. signs Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve pledge that shows Choctaw Nation's support for the military and reserve associates.

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  • Vote in the upcoming tribal election
    Chief's Blog

    Let your voice be heard, vote in the tribal election

    The Chief asks for tribal members to join him in voting in the upcoming tribal election and he goes over the candidates and amendments.

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  • Choctaw Language Quiz Bowl
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    Chief Batton attends the Choctaw Language Quiz Bowl, expresses importance of Chahta heritage

    Chief Batton, members and students of the Choctaw Language Department attended the 2025 Choctaw Language Quiz Bowl at the Choctaw Event Center in Durant on May 30, 2025.

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  • Choctaw Code Talkers sculpture
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    Choctaw Code Talker Sculpture Honors Chahta Bravery

    On May 22, 2025, the Choctaw Code Talkers sculpture was dedicated on the grounds of the Choctaw Cultural Center. This time of year, on this Memorial Day, is especially fitting to unveil the sculpture honoring our brave Chahta who laid down their lives so our people could thrive.

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