Op-Ed: Public accountability requires a clear explanation of how this case unraveled
Public accountability requires a clear explanation of how this case unraveled
Torres Statement: Case Closure Vindicates Push for Independent Review
SAIPAN — Former Governor Ralph Deleon Guerrero Torres issued a statement Monday following the dismissal of criminal cases against him, saying the resolution vindicates his long-held belief that an independent review of the evidence would lead to a just outcome.
Criminal Cases Against Former Governor Torres Dismissed With Prejudice After Civil Settlement
SAIPAN — Criminal cases against former Governor Ralph Deleon Guerrero Torres were dismissed with prejudice Monday after Torres and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands reached a global civil settlement agreement, bringing to a close a legal matter that had been pending before the court for nearly four years.
The Marianas Had a Lot to Say This Week
It was one of the busiest news weeks in recent memory for the Commonwealth, with federal policy, economic development, military affairs, politics and community all competing for the front page.
No statement yet from acting Governor after Macaranas firing as Governor Apatang set to return Friday
Saipan — The Apatang administration and Acting Governor Dennis Mendiola have yet to make any public comment about the sudden termination of Department of Public Safety Commissioner Anthony I. Macaranas on Monday. As of this morning, Macaranas hasn’t been informed of any reason for termination, either.
On Monday morning, Mendiola said a statement would be issued later that afternoon following a proclamation signing, but no statement had been released as of Thursday, leaving the administration’s position and next steps unclear.
CNMI Senator Babauta Dissents on Budget Bill Over Illegal Spending, New Positions
Saipan — In a pointed floor speech that balanced gratitude with sharp criticism, CNMI Senator Celina Babauta cast a dissenting vote on the budget bill, warning that the Commonwealth cannot continue governing with “fantasy budgets” while federal oversight looms.