Hoskin wins another 4-year term as chief of Cherokee Nation, country's most populous tribe

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Cherokee Nation's Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. won reelection to another four-year term as leader of the nation's most populous tribe, according to results certified Monday by the tribe's Election Commission.

Hoskin, a 48-year-old attorney, won nearly 63% of the vote in the four-way race for chief, a position similar to the governor of a state. Hoskin's running mate, Bryan Warner, won reelection to deputy chief with about 62% of the vote. Both needed to secure more than 50% to avoid a runoff.

"Today, we celebrate not only a victory but a renewal of our shared commitmen...

 

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