AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUSVI Politics: Election season is heating up as 107 candidates have filed for November 2026 posts, raising fresh questions about whether the territory’s parties are doing enough to vet talent and build real policy—not just win races. Cybersecurity & Public Data: A new NASCIO-Deloitte study finds confidence among CISOs has plunged, with 78% citing third-party breaches as the biggest threat—an issue that hits home for places like the USVI that rely on secure public systems. Courts & Corruption: A federal judge denied new trials or acquittals for former USVI Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former OMB director Jenifer O’Neil in the Mon Ethos corruption case. Local Environment: The St. Thomas Senate advanced a green waste disposal measure, adding limits and backup requirements so incineration can’t be the default fix. Tourism & Culture: The USVI Department of Tourism announced St. John Celebration 2026 dates (June 14–July 4) with steel pan nights, J’ouvert, and fireworks over Cruz Bay. Maritime & Migration: USCG intercepted four Chinese and four Dominican nationals stowed on a barge tow arriving in San Juan from Florida. Community Loss: Arthur “Jimo” Jamison, longtime CAHS athletic leader and tackle football commissioner, died at 91. Kids Online Safety: Bipartisan AGs are urging Congress to reject the KIDS Act, arguing it would weaken state power to protect children online.
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