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Tensions grew with Native Americans in the western US primarily due to the westward expansion of settlers and the U.S. government’s push for land acquisition, often through treaties that were frequently broken. The discovery of gold and other resources further intensified the influx of settlers, leading to conflicts over territory and resources. Additionally, the U.S. government's policies, including forced removals and military actions, exacerbated hostilities and undermined Native American sovereignty. These factors combined to create an environment of distrust and conflict between Native Americans and settlers.

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