Deep-Sea Mining Push: The U.S. Marine Minerals Administration has issued a Proposed Leasing Notice for a potential American Samoa Outer Continental Shelf mineral lease sale, with Governor Pulaali’i saying the ASG will review and comment during a 60-day period while warning of risks to the tuna canning industry and other sectors. Radioactivity Concerns: A new report from the Deep Sea Mining Campaign says radioactive materials tied to seabed mining have been largely overlooked, citing studies that found high radioactive elements on targeted nodules and warning about possible release during mining or processing. Local Opposition: Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata reiterated her opposition to seabed mining, saying her stance hasn’t changed and that “no one else speaks for her,” while the Congregational Christian Church of American Samoa urged a decisive stand and called for a moratorium. Birthright Citizenship Fight: Guam and CNMI leaders urged Rep. Morgan Griffith to withdraw a bill that would end birthright citizenship in U.S. territories, warning it could create statelessness and noting covenant protections. Public Safety & Courts: A man accused of threatening a woman with a knife outside a Tafuna business was arrested and charged with public and private peace disturbance. Transportation & Immigration: Faipule Fagaima Larry Sanitoa raised concerns to the Port Director over AviRamp non-use and immigration forms being handed out only after arrival. Budget Requests: Swains Island Representative Alexander Jennings again asked the Fono for FY2027 transportation funding, seeking predictable government-supported trips. Education Funding: American Samoa’s Head Start program received $5.5 million in federal support. Fuel Prices: OPM’s Maximum Allowable Price update shows continued downward movement in major fuel categories, including diesel. Community Updates: A family fire in Ottoville displaced 14 people, and ASCC’s ACNR Division opened its renovated Fale Samoa.