There is absolutely no connection between the letter and the fundraising. The only connection was Senator Reid has consistently opposed any effort to undermine the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act.
The tribe twice has voted decisively in favor of the distribution. The senator will continue to work with the Interior Department to assure a fair and expeditious distribution under the law.
All the actions that Senator Reid took were consistent with his long-held beliefs, such as not letting tribal casinos expand beyond reservations, and were taken to defend the interests of Nevada constituents.