Port: Native American lawmaker objects to colleague's comments about Standing Rock reservation

Port: Native American lawmaker objects to colleague's comments about Standing Rock reservation

MINOT — Earlier in North Dakota's legislative session, Sen. Diane Larsen drew widespread rebuke when she insinuated that tribal gaming interests might be backed by "cartels." The remark came during debate over authorizing legislation that would have allowed a casino and resort project planned by the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa for the Grand Forks area. “I’ve been gut-punched a few times by state legislation, but this one … some of the comme…