The Passamaquoddy Tribe’s DraftKings deal brought $26M in 2025 revenue, but internal conflicts over fund use sparked a recall effort against Chief Bassett.

The Passamaquoddy Tribe’s sports betting deal with DraftKings has brought in over $100 million since early 2024, yielding nearly $26 million in net revenue for the tribe in 2025. Despite this, internal divisions have grown over how funds are used, fueling a recall effort against Chief Amkuwiposohehs “Pos” Bassett, the fourth chief recalled in a decade. Accusations of withheld funds lack evidence, but distrust persists due to limited transparency. Tensions have escalated with the removal of Vice Chief Ernie Neptune over a denied harassment allegation and disputes over housing aid allocations. The situation highlights ongoing governance challenges on the Sipayik reservation, where economic hopes from the gambling venture remain unmet for many residents.