Deep-Sea Mining Fight: A House Rules Committee vote blocked Rep. James Moylan’s bid to keep seabed mining off a fast-track permitting bill, while American Samoa lawmakers and activists continue pushing back against deep-sea mining expansion. Pacific Security: Pacific leaders at the Pacific Islands Forum urged China to give advance notice for ICBM tests after concerns a July launch passed over islands without adequate warning. Courts & Voting Rights: Alaska’s Court of Appeals tossed a felony voter misconduct indictment against a Whittier woman born in American Samoa, saying prosecutors used the wrong legal standard and misled a grand jury—potentially affecting similar cases. Public Health: Hawaiʻi health officials reported dengue detected in Hilo wastewater, with no active cases tracked; dengue risk is noted across the Pacific, including American Samoa. Local Governance: The House Retirement Committee grilled ASG over unpaid Retirement Fund contributions and a growing debt, citing cash-flow problems and lack of progress. Youth & Education: ASCC students were arrested after an on-campus fight; meanwhile, the PITA Jr. STEAM bootcamp wrapped up, aiming to steer youth toward tech and engineering. Federal Funding: Congresswoman Aumua Amata announced a CDC preventive health grant for American Samoa. Immigration Policy: A new Senate bill proposes a one-time guest worker amnesty permit for foreign nationals in American Samoa without valid status, while another bill would pause a controversial immigration-law provision. Meta Settlement: AG Edward Manibusan announced American Samoa’s participation in a landmark Meta youth-safety settlement requiring new protections for children.