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On Thursday, I participated in the House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management hearing with Ben Page, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Economic Development and Chief Operating Officer of the U.S.
On Thursday, I participated in the deep sea mining hearing held by the Natural Resources Committee’s Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee
In advance of the Natural Resources committee hearing on deep sea mining, on Tuesday I met with Impossible Metals CEO Oliver Gunasekara and his team.
You may have seen reports about a group of senators calling on the Department of Homeland Security to end the EVS-TAP program in the CNMI. I want you to know that I am paying very close attention to this and do not believe changes to EVS-TAP are warranted based on the facts on the ground.
On Thursday, the House approved the remaining FY 2026 appropriations legislation, funding programs across the Departments of Defense, Transportat
A recent international article has brought renewed attention to Pagan Island, one of the most remote and extraordinary places in the Northern Marianas, and the amazing story of Jordan Ogo, who has chosen to live a self-sufficient life on the island. The article highlights Pagan’s active volcanic landscape, its deep Chamorro and Carolinian roots, and the layered history that includes World War II remnants and the lasting impact of past evacuations. While the island has no permanent population or modern infrastructure, it remains closely tied to our cultural heritage and nat
It has been wonderful having Ms. Julia Lin Taitano join us as an intern at the Saipan District Office, trading Minnesota’s winter weather for some time back home. Julia is a freshman at Macalester College and brought with her a strong interest in policy and the law, along with genuine curiosity and enthusiasm for public service. I truly enjoyed getting to know Julia and learning more about her academic journey and the goals she is beginning to shape for her future. She contributed thoughtfully to our work and quickly became part of the team.