Montana's Native Caucus Eyes Historic Growth

Montana’s American Indian Caucus is poised to break records this November, potentially swelling to fourteen members — the largest in its history — if all seven key candidates win. Already locked in are Senators Jacinda and Shane Morigeau and Representatives Mike Fox, Jade Sooktis, and Lona Running Wolf, plus Natalie O’Neal, who all secured their spots without opposition. Last session, the twelve-member caucus — all Democrats — delivered major wins: Indigenous Peoples’ Day, stronger oversight for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons, and accountability for Indigenous education funding. Five incumbents face Republican challengers, including newly appointed Rep. Katie Fire Thunder and Erin Farris-Olsen, with optimism high for victories — though some races are tighter than others. If successful, this expansion could amplify Native American voices like never before in Montana’s legislature. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b76e66696bfba3c1