Disaster Recovery Updates: CNMI emergency briefings continue after Super Typhoon Bavi, with FEMA Individual Assistance and SBA disaster loans available for Rota residents, power restoration still ongoing on Rota (~15% energized), and water service fully restored on Saipan and Tinian while Rota is at 99% (856 of 863). Federal Tax Relief: The IRS extended federal tax filing and payment deadlines for Saipan, Tinian, and Rota victims to Feb. 1, 2027. Election Commission Certification: The CEC certified 73 of 75 candidates for the 2026 general election after an emergency review of Alfredo Cabael; two remain uncertified—Saipan mayoral candidate Luis Sablan over signatures and Northern Islands mayoral candidate Keli Tenorio due to a residency challenge. Judicial Retirement: Superior Court Associate Judge Kenneth L. Govendo says he will not seek retention, meaning his name will not appear on the November ballot. Public Auditor Pushback: The Office of Public Auditor reports only 3 of 30 audit/inspection recommendations were resolved as of June 30, 2026, keeping pressure on government follow-through. Energy Policy: Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds introduced the Affordable Power for the Northern Marianas Act, proposing $15 million annually in Covenant funding to cut electricity costs and stabilize the power system. Sports: Saipan’s Carol Lee won her first WTA title in Warsaw; Simon Tang set a new personal best at the World Athletics U20 Championships.