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January 30, 2026
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My week back in the CNMI wrapped up with a meeting with Matthew Toh and Devan Pillay of Pacific Pharmaceuticals USA, who are in the Commonwealth exploring the possibility of pharmaceutical manufacturing here at home. The meeting was coordinated by the team at Commonwealth Economic Development Authority, including Executive Director Derek Sasamoto and Economic Development Manager Richard Villagomez. Manufacturing represents an important step toward diversifying our economy, and success in this space depends on strong coordination between local and federal partners.


January 30, 2026
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I proudly presented the CNMI’s 2025 Congressional App Challenge winners with their Certificates of Commendation this week.


January 30, 2026
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While on Guam, I had the opportunity to meet with the team at Cabras Marine, who play a critical role in servicing and s

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January 30, 2026
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I had the opportunity to sit down with Commander Paul Tortora of the Military Sealift Command, Ship Support Un

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January 30, 2026
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Last year, when a funding gap threatened the CNMI’s participation in the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education


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I spent time this week with the team at the Northern Marianas Housing Corporation to talk through the federally supported programs NMHC provides


January 30, 2026
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Senior Vice President Frankie Eliptico and Capital Improvement Projects Director Rachel Fusco from Northern Marianas C


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Bishop Romeo Convocar visited the district office this week, giving us a meaningful opportunity to talk about the work of the Church across ou


January 23, 2026
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This week, we’d like to highlight Technical Sergeant Consuelo C. Maratita from Rota who was selected as the U.S. Air Force Academy’s sole STEP (Stripes for Exceptional Performers) promotee for 2025.  STEP promotions are among the most competitive in the Air Force, reserved for service members who demonstrate exceptional leadership and performance.  TSgt Maratita, assigned to the 10th Medical Group in Colorado Springs, was also named 2025 DRU Laboratory NCO of the Year.  The CNMI is proud of her service and commitment to excellence in the U.S.

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