Former Governor Torres Returns: After Months of Speculation, Files GOP Gubernatorial Bid with Educator Jones as Running Mate
SAIPAN — After months of speculation, former Governor Ralph DLG. Torres has formally entered the 2026 gubernatorial race, submitting a letter to the CNMI Republican Party on March 15 with Benjamin Mendiola Jones Jr., a respected local educator, as his candidate for lieutenant governor.
King-Hinds Announces Re-election Bid for U.S. House Seat
SAIPAN — Kimberlyn King-Hinds has announced her intention to seek re-election to the United States House of Representatives under the CNMI Republican Party, submitting a letter of intent to party President Patrick M. Cepeda on December 12.
Vinnie Sablan seeks GOP nod for governor; party filing period runs through Dec. 12
Gubernatorial hopeful Vinny Sablan told Good Morning Marianas he has submitted a letter of intent and is seeking the CNMI Republican Party’s endorsement for governor, with the party’s filing period open until Dec. 12. Sablan said the party will determine next steps after that date, including whether a primary is needed.
BJ Attao salutes Sablan’s bid, says ticket stays focused on “listening to the community”
SAIPAN — Gubernatorial candidate Blas Jonathan “BJ” Tenorio Attao on Wednesday congratulated Vinnie Sablan on announcing a bid for the Republican nomination for governor in the 2026 general election, calling public service “a serious and honorable undertaking.”
