An Oregon tribe, deeply connected to the ocean through their cultural heritage, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government regarding plans for an offshore wind energy auction. The tribe is concerned that the auction could disrupt their traditional practices and the ecological balance of the marine environment they rely on. They argue that the federal agency's actions could have significant negative impacts on their way of life and the natural resources they hold sacred. The lawsuit highlights the ongoing tension between renewable energy development and the rights of Indigenous communities.