American Samoa opposes deep sea mining. The U.S. is auctioning a seabed anyway.
The Trump administration’s move is the latest chapter in the ongoing conflict over who gets final say over what goes on in and around U.S. territories.
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AAPI Nation: Sheng Thao trial kicks off, Hindu temple attack plot, and more
Catch up on the biggest headlines shaping AAPI communities this week.
In suburban Dallas, a Republican bets that quiet centrism still works
Angie Chen Button's re-election campaign is one to watch amid frustration with top-of-ticket conservatives in Texas.
AAPI Nation: DOJ’s denaturalization push, Montana’s AAPI boom, and more
Catch up on the biggest headlines shaping AAPI communities this week.
Education Department diverts funding meant to bolster AAPI-serving colleges
Funds for some minority-serving institutions are redirected to HBCUs and tribal colleges, drawing criticism from members of Congress.