The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians experienced a data breach in February, forcing the closure of all five Kewadin Casinos on the Upper Peninsula for two to three weeks, reopening in phases. The breach compromised multiple departments, including gaming operations, computer systems, and phone systems, leading to operational disruptions and financial losses from casino shutdowns. The tribe refused to pay the ransom demanded by hackers. The breach exposed sensitive data, prompting the tribe to offer free identity protection services to affected individuals. While the exact nature of the compromised data (e.g., customer PII, employee records, or financial details) was not fully specified, the shutdown of casinos—a critical revenue source—and the system-wide disruption indicate severe financial and reputational harm. The incident aligns with a ransomware-driven attack targeting operational continuity and data integrity, with cascading effects on tribal services and public trust.