SUMMARY: State legislatures and financial officers from 15 states are urging pension fund fiduciaries to divest from investments in China due to concerns about threats posed by the Communist Party of China (CCP) and the People’s Republic of China (PRC). They cite unreliable audits, market manipulations, and risks related to Variable Interest Entities (VIEs) as key reasons for divestment. Financial leaders highlight that failure to act could result in significant financial losses, similar to the experience following the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Additionally, they warn about national security threats and ongoing espionage activities linked to China.

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The Cherokee Nation recently renewed its motor vehicle compact with Oklahoma, allowing Cherokee citizens outside the Nation to continue accessing car tags. This agreement ensures funding for education, public safety, and infrastructure. It also addresses toll-related issues, reducing a potential $60 million debt to $2 million. Additionally, the Cherokee Nation launched the Cherokee Connect broadband initiative, investing $45 million to provide high-speed internet to over 6,000 rural households, aiming to preserve rural communities and cultural heritage. Finally, the Nation withdrew from the Tri-Council, a group with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and the United Keetoowah Band, citing disagreements over historical claims.

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