Pacific Fishing Policy: President Trump signed a proclamation reopening parts of three Pacific marine national monuments to commercial fishing, including Papahānaumokuākea (Mau and Ho‘omalu zones and areas seaward of 50 nautical miles), the Mariana Trench monument (Islands Unit), and Rose Atoll near American Samoa (waters 12–50 nautical miles). The White House says it will boost U.S. seafood production and keep protections in place under existing federal law, while fishery managers welcomed the move. Local Reaction (American Samoa): Gov. Pula’ali’i Nikolao Pula stressed fisheries’ importance to American Samoa, and the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council discussed tuna allocation needs for the territory. Community Pushback: Conservation groups and Native Hawaiian organizations, including Earthjustice, vowed legal action, warning the change threatens endangered species habitat and cultural stewardship. In American Samoa, Puipui Measina’s chairman said the group is disappointed and may pursue legal action over Rose Atoll. Democracy & Representation: A new analysis highlights that about 3.6 million U.S. territory residents—including American Samoa—can vote in presidential primaries but not the general election, with no senators and only nonvoting House representation. Regional News (Guam): Guam could receive over $5 million for health care and public safety projects after the House passed a FY2027 agriculture bill. Culture & Media: Hawai‘i Sea Grant’s “Voice of the Sea” set a record with 10 Telly Awards, including a gold for a Papahānaumokuākea marine debris episode.