Indian Country mourns a true warrior. 💔 Ernie Stevens Jr. (Oneida Nation), longtime Chairman of the Indian Gaming Association, has walked on at 66 years old. His passing was confirmed Friday evening in a post shared by his family on Facebook, asking for privacy as they navigate this profound loss. For over two decades, Ernie stood at the frontlines of tribal sovereignty — defending the rights of Indigenous nations, building economic power through Indian gaming, and creating pathways for future generations to thrive. He was a fighter in every sense: from his early days as a boxer to his lifelong role as a protector of our people’s strength and self-determination. His leadership transformed Indian Country — reminding us that sovereignty remains the foundation of our future generations. 🪶 Rest in power, Chairman. We'd like to send condolences to his family, the Oneida Nation and all his relations. 🤍🕊️ (via Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens/Fb) #ErnieStevensJr #Oneida #RIP #RestinPowe...