Today, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands marks a solemn yet significant moment of transition. David M. Apatang has been officially sworn in as Governor, and Senate President Dennis Mendiola has taken the oath of office as the new Lieutenant Governor.

Saipan, CNMI – With profound sorrow and deep sadness, the Office of the Lieutenant Governor announces the untimely passing of the Honorable Arnold Indalecio Palacios, Governor of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.