Ask AI: how is civil litigation permitted against tribal consumer lenders who are exempt from state regulation

Civil litigation against tribal consumer lenders who are exempt from state regulation is permitted in federal court under the Indian Commerce Clause of the United States Constitution. This clause grants Congress the power to regulate commerce with native tribes. Under this clause, the federal court may exercise jurisdiction to hear claims regarding activities that occur on tribal lands and involve tribal members. Additionally, the Supreme Court has held that tribal lenders may be subject to suit for violations of federal consumer protection laws regardless of state law exemptions.