The U.S. Department of the Interior has approved a $700 million casino and housing development project by the Pequot Tribe in California. The project will include a new casino, hotel, and residential units, aiming to create economic opportunities for the tribe and the surrounding community. The approval marks a significant step in the tribe’s efforts to expand its economic base and enhance self-sufficiency. The project is expected to provide job opportunities and bolster the region’s economy.

DOI approves $700M California tribe casino and housing project