Senator questions how ASG can project a surplus in proposed 2026 budget in joint session
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — During FY 2026 joint budget hearing last week Senator Togiola Tulafono said the proposed fiscal year 2026 is a “deficit budget,” which is concerning.





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