There are some 574 federally recognized tribes in the US, each with distinct cultures and ancestral homelands. Among these, the Navajo Nation is the largest, encompassing over 27,000 square miles across Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah – an area surpassing the size of West Virginia.

The Navajo Nation operates its own judicial system and law enforcement agencies, reflecting its sovereignty and self-governance.

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