On April 3, 2025, in Whittier, Alaska, 11 American Samoans faced felony charges for trying to vote. Within the United States, American Samoans are considered US nationals, not citizens. This means that they have US passports and military access, but they cannot vote in US elections. Representatives for the state of Alaska have reported on … Continue reading Confusion at the ballots: American Samoans in Alaska face felony charges