A conservative law group is suing to block a new Wisconsin law that allows for tribally controlled online sports betting.
Attorneys for eight tribal nations are asking a judge to dismiss the lawsuit, citing tribal sovereignty and immunity.
The lawsuit alleges the law is unconstitutional, while tribes argue their relationship with the government is based on treaties, not race.
Tribal nations rely on gaming revenue to fund essential services like healthcare and education.
Attorneys for eight tribal nations within Wisconsin this month are asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit challenging proposed tribally controlled online sports betting.
The lawsuit was filed Aug. 5 in Waukesha County Circuit Court by the conservative law group, Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty.
