Attao and Villagomez issue statement on passing of Lt. Gov. Diego Benavente
SAIPAN — Blas Jonathan “BJ” Tenorio Attao and Edmund Sablan Villagomez are mourning the passing of former Lt. Gov. Diego Tenorio Benavente, calling him a devoted public servant, exceptional leader, and beloved family man whose legacy will continue to guide the Commonwealth.
CNMI GOP President Patrick Cepeda issues statement on passing of Diego Tenorio Benavente
SAIPAN — CNMI Republican Party President Patrick Cepeda is mourning the passing of former Lt. Gov. Diego Tenorio Benavente, calling him “a true leader” who dedicated his life to serving the people of the Commonwealth.
King-Hinds pays tribute to Diego Tenorio Benavente
SAIPAN — Congresswoman Kimberlyn King-Hinds is mourning the death of former Lt. Gov. Diego Tenorio Benavente, calling him “an extraordinary man” whose strength, vision, and heart helped shape the Commonwealth for the better.
Former CNMI Lt. Gov. Diego Tenorio Benavente dies at 66
SAIPAN — Former Lt. Gov. Diego Tenorio Benavente, a fisherman-turned-entrepreneur who went on to serve as House speaker, lieutenant governor, and Republican Party chair, died early Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025. He was 66.
Senator Babauta Introduces Bill to Limit Legislative Allowances
SAIPAN – Senator Celina R. Babauta has introduced a measure to tighten oversight of legislative allowances, aiming to restore public trust and protect taxpayer funds at a time of fiscal strain in the Commonwealth.
