You, Too, Can Be a Native American!
The AP reports about how some Indian tribes are selling "membership" to illegal immigrants here in the U.S., with the implicit promise that tribal affiiliation will make them legal:
For prices starting at $50, two nonfederally recognized Indian tribes are offering membership to thousands of illegal immigrants, claiming they can achieve legal status by joining the groups.But immigration authorities insist becoming a tribe member gives no protection against being deported. And immigration advocates condemn the practice, saying it defrauds immigrants of money and gives them false hope.
"You can't just decide to become a member of a tribe and all of a sudden legalize your status," said Marilu Cabrera, a spokeswoman for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
OK, so maybe buying your way into a tribe can't get you a green card. But can it get you a casino?
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