Top U.S. Pacific Commander Tells CNMI Leaders Its Economic Crisis Is a National Security Concern

Admiral Paparo says CNMI stability is vital to Indo-Pacific strategic posture, pledges to carry community’s requests to federal departments
King-Hinds Blames Federal Government for CNMI Economic Crisis

Congresswoman tells Saipan Chamber forum that Washington’s rules and restrictions gutted the outside spending the islands need to survive
King-Hinds calls 2026 ‘Mount 2026’ as CNMI faces critical challenges

SAIPAN — U.S. Congresswoman Kimberlyn King-Hinds framed 2026 as a critical year for the commonwealth Fridayday as it faces mounting economic pressures and federal scrutiny.