Northern Cheyenne Tribal Council Votes to Remove President Gene Small

Great Falls, MT, October 1, 2026 — The Northern Cheyenne Tribal Council has voted to remove President Gene Small from his position. The decision was made by the council in Great Falls.

Details regarding the specific reasons for the vote to remove President Gene Small were not provided in the information available. The outcome of the vote and the exact date it took place were also not specified. The Northern Cheyenne Tribal Council, based in or meeting in Great Falls, is responsible for governance and decision-making for the Northern Cheyenne Nation.

Following this vote, the procedural steps for implementing the removal and any interim leadership arrangements are not yet clear. Information concerning the next steps, such as whether an appeal process exists for President Small or how a successor will be appointed or elected, has not been disclosed.

The Northern Cheyenne Tribe is a federally recognized Native American tribe located in Montana. Its government structure typically involves a tribal council that operates under a constitution or bylaws, with elected officials leading the executive functions.

The absence of further details means the context surrounding the council’s decision, including any specific bylaws or procedures that were followed, remains undisclosed. Further announcements from the Northern Cheyenne Tribal Council are anticipated to clarify the implications of this vote and the future leadership of the tribe.

Story summarized from the original created by Kori Wood NonStop Local Digital Producer on www.montanarightnow.com, see more information here.