MUCKLESHOOT MESSENGER

January 2026

Vol. XXVII, No. 1
Muckleshoot indian reservation, wash.
January 2026

2026 Tribal Council Election Results

On Jan. 19, the 2026 Muckleshoot Indian Tribe held its annual elections with the winning results as follows:

  • Virginia Cross: 408
  • Jessica Garcia: 369
  • Elieen Richardson: 311

Thank you to all who participated in this year’s election.

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Vol. XXVII, No. 1

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