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WASHINGTON - More than a century after pioneers and the U.S. government swindled northern Minnesota's Indian tribes in land and timber deals, Congress is again talking about repaying the debt. In a proposed move some tribal leaders say would bring long-awaited closure, lawmakers are debating a $28 million payment to six Chippewa bands. But the Leech Lake Band has called the plan unfair and threatened to sue. Under the proposed plan, more than 40,000 Chippewa members would receive $300 each. The remaining $16 million would be split among the...