Pacific Fishing Policy: President Trump’s proclamation restoring commercial fishing in Pacific marine monument waters is drawing close attention in the region, with Guam officials urging careful community discussion and noting impacts can cross political lines; the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council says the move returns monument-fishing decisions to the regional process, including for Rose Atoll. Local Health & Safety: Hawai‘i’s Department of Health reported a travel-related dengue case on O‘ahu involving a visitor; officials say the risk of local spread is low, but they’re urging residents to remove standing water to cut mosquito breeding. American Samoa Governance & Services: The Faleomavaega Eni Fa‘au‘a‘a Hunkin VA Clinic in Pago Pago officially opened its newly expanded lab facility, a nearly $2 million upgrade aimed at faster testing and better access for veterans. Elections: Tuifagaloa Dr. Afu Lefaoseu III became the first candidate to pick up nomination papers for American Samoa’s 2026 At-Large Delegate race, launching a petition drive. Infrastructure & Policy Push: Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula told a U.S. Senate panel American Samoa’s top funding needs, including energy, the Port of Pago Pago, and opposition to deep-sea mining. Public Works/Planning: The American Samoa Zoning Board revisited who should receive lease payments for land in Atu‘u tied to foreign-owned businesses, renewing calls for legal clarity. Crime: Police reported arrests tied to alleged private peace disturbance and assault in Asili, plus a separate burglary case in Nuuuli involving more than $10,000 in cash.