BREAKING NEWS: JGO Committee holds Torres in contempt

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The House of Representatives Judiciary and Governmental Operations Committee voted today, Tuesday, to hold Gov. Ralph DLG Torres in contempt for not appearing before the committee’s hearing.

It was Rep. Christina E. Sablan (D-Saipan) who moved to hold Torres in contempt. Rep. Celina R. Babauta (D-Saipan), who chairs the committee, and six other members voted “yes” to the motion.

The JGO in investigating Torres’ expenditures of public funds and travels.

More details to follow.

Ferdie De La Torre | Reporter
Ferdie Ponce de la Torre is a senior reporter of Saipan Tribune. He has a bachelor’s degree in journalism and has covered all news beats in the CNMI. He is a recipient of the CNMI Supreme Court Justice Award. Contact him at ferdie_delatorre@Saipantribune.com
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