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Oneida Nation Apologizes, Bans Future ICE Contracts

1/3/2026

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The Oneida Nation apologized for contracts totaling over $6 million with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), saying officials were unaware of the agreements until after signing.
Tehassi Hill, Chairman of the Oneida Nation, said the contracts do not reflect the tribe's values.
The Oneida Business Committee passed a resolution banning future ICE-related contracts and replaced the board of managers for the Oneida Engineering, Science, and Construction Group.

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The Oneida Nation apologized for contracts totaling over $6 million with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), saying officials were unaware of the agreements until after signing.
Tehassi Hill, Chairman of the Oneida Nation, said the contracts do not reflect the tribe's values.
The Oneida Business Committee passed a resolution banning future ICE-related contracts and replaced the board of managers for the Oneida Engineering, Science, and Construction Group.