#TBT: November 16, 2023

by | Nov 16, 2023 | Northern Mariana Islands | 0 comments

On November 28, 2009, the Northern Mariana Islands began their transition to United States immigration laws after initially having a separate immigration system. After reports surfaced of abusive practices for immigrant workers, the US exercised its covenant power to apply its laws.

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At a glance

Flag of the Northern Mariana IslandsSeal of the Northern Mariana Islands
Citizenship
US citizens
Capital
Saipan
Population
47,329
Land area
179 sq mi
President
Donald Trump (R)
Legislature
SenateR4 I4 D1HouseI16 D2 R2
Delegate to Congress
Kimberlyn King-Hinds (R)
Presidential vote
No
Voting representation in Congress
No
Official website
governor.gov.mp

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

<a href="https://pasquines.us/author/wvelez/" target="_self">William-Jose Velez Gonzalez</a>

William-Jose Velez Gonzalez

William-José Vélez González is a native from Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, and a graduate from Florida International University in biomedical engineering, engineering management, and international relations. A designer with a strong interest in science, policy, and innovation, he previously served as the national executive vice president of the Puerto Rico Statehood Students Association. William-José lives in Washington, DC, where he works at the Children's National Research Institute and runs Opsin, a nonprofit design studio dedicated to making design more accessible. You can see him on Love is Blind as Lydia's brother. He is the founder and Editor in Chief of Pasquines.

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