Alaska Native Corporations

U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, who co-led the oversight hearing, said it helps both the U.S. government and Indigenous communities in Alaska and across the country.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced the review in January, calling the business development program "the oldest DEI program in the federal government."

The Dec. 29 deadline for Alaska Native veterans to apply for their Native allotments is fast approaching. About 2,000 veterans are eligible, but only about 25% have filed claims.

Rep. Mary Peltola is in a close race against Republican Nick Begich III, who has criticized her on the state’s mining and drilling projects.

Mallott will replace Julie Kitka as president and CEO. It's the first time in more than three decades that AFN has had new leadership.