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Western Pacific Fisheries: The Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council opened its June 9–11 meeting in American Samoa with a culturally significant ‘ava ceremony at the Su’iga’ula o le Atuvasa Fale Samoa, hosted by the Office of Samoan Affairs, with Gov. Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula and Lt. Gov. Pulumata‘ala Ae Ae Jr. urging stewardship of Pacific fisheries. HCBS Access: Governor Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula launched the new Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) website (hcbs.as.gov) to help older adults, people with disabilities, families, and providers find care options in homes and communities, with a hotline planned next. School Safety Incident: A father was charged after allegedly threatening a principal over his child’s class rank, including claims he overturned tables and threatened to return with a firearm; police arrested him and he was held without bail. Disaster Relief: A Fagaima fire left 17 people homeless, with TEMCO, the Red Cross, and village leaders coordinating temporary housing and urgent support. Immigration Enforcement: BI arrested a Canadian wanted for child sexual abuse material offenses, stressing the Philippines will not shelter fugitives. Ocean Protection vs Fishing: Trump’s move to restore commercial fishing in protected Pacific marine monument waters drew mixed reactions, including concern from a Hawai‘i professor about cultural and ecological impacts. Deep-Sea Mining Debate: A new multi-part op-ed series argues American Samoa must weigh economic promises against protecting what can’t be replaced, calling for leadership and public voice before decisions move ahead. Local Politics: Tuifagaloa Dr. Afu Lefaoseu III became the first candidate to pick up nomination papers for the 2026 At-Large Delegate race, launching a petition drive. Education Milestone: Samoana High School held commencement for 179 graduates under the theme “Equip today, to empower tomorrow,” with remarks from the governor.

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