AGP Executive Report
Last update: 26 minutes agoDeep-Sea Mining Push: The U.S. Marine Minerals Administration and BOEM have moved ahead with plans to auction about 33 million acres of seabed off American Samoa for critical minerals, with a Nov. 19, 2026 sale and a proposed leasing notice that starts a 60-day review for Gov. Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula—prompting strong Pacific backlash over culture, livelihoods, and marine impacts. Environmental & Regional Opposition: Pacific leaders, including voices from the Marianas, condemned the offshore lease plan, while a new report warns radioactivity tied to seabed mining has been largely overlooked. Citizenship Fight Reaches Territories: A new push to end birthright citizenship in U.S. territories is gaining attention after the Supreme Court’s birthright citizenship ruling on the mainland, with lawmakers arguing Congress can act differently for places like American Samoa. Local Pride: Cold Springs FCCLA students brought home gold ratings at the FCCLA National Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C., and their adviser earned an Educated Adviser Award. Sports Spotlight: Isaac Sopoaga, an American Samoa native and veteran NFL defensive lineman, is featured in a Hawaii-focused career profile. Daylight Saving Update: A House vote advances a plan to allow year-round daylight saving time, though American Samoa is listed among places that do not observe it.
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