A Native American tribe planning to build a casino in Minnesota has reduced its land request from nearly 300 acres to 80 acres after local officials raised concerns about drinking water, traffic and taxes. The White Earth Nation had initially planned to seek federal trust status for approximately 297 acres in Clay County. However, the tribe has now decided to seek approval for a much smaller area. The casino still needs federal approval and the agreement of Minnesota's governor before the project can move forward.
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