AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Push: After a Trump executive order, at least nine companies are in talks for seabed access, with auctions of areas from American Samoa to Alaska possible this summer and fall—while regulators race to fast-track permits and critics warn the business case is shaky and key questions about processing and refining are still unanswered. Local Voice: Gov. Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula says American Samoa will monitor the federal process and urges residents not to jump to conclusions, even as local leaders have expressed opposition. Intel Leadership Shake-Up: Tulsi Gabbard has resigned as Director of National Intelligence, effective June 30, citing her husband’s rare bone cancer; Trump says Aaron Lukas will serve as acting director. Public Health Funding: EPA announced $9.457 million for American Samoa to tackle PFAS and other emerging contaminants in drinking water and private wells. Workforce Development: Pacific Center in Human Security marked the first inclusive-Emergency Management graduating cohort at ASCC, with more graduates expected later in 2026.
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