Birthright Citizenship Fight: President Trump signed new executive orders aimed at narrowing birthright citizenship and restricting “birth tourism,” after the Supreme Court struck down his earlier effort—territories like CNMI are now bracing for new federal rules and possible follow-on legislation. Deep-Sea Mining Push: CNMI Gov. David Apatang says the U.S. floated ocean mining auction plans with “no consultations,” raising fears for food security and ocean impacts; separate tracts near Guam and CNMI are reportedly under consideration. CNMI Fiscal Fallout: An Ernst & Young single audit reports Torres left CNMI with $1.2B in debt and the worst audit marks, with multiple component units receiving disclaimer or adverse opinions. Tinian Military Training: The U.S. Navy approved expanded joint training on Tinian, including live-fire ranges and new infrastructure; Tinian mayor Edwin Aldan welcomed the decision but says residents weren’t sufficiently informed. Mariana Capsizing Claims: A Guam federal judge granted families more time to file wrongful death claims tied to the M/V Mariana capsizing during Sinlaku. Local Workforce & Education: NMC launched a Marianas Education Tourism Program with Japanese students, while Project H.A.F.A. connects people with disabilities to local internships. Business Support: CNMI SBDC and Bank of Hawaii opened small business revitalization grant applications.