Voting for acquittal:
Senate President Jude U. Hofschneider, R-Tinian
Sen. Victor B. Hocog, R-Rota
Sen. Frank Cruz, R-Tinian
Sen. Karl King-Nabors, R-Tinian
Voting for conviction:
Sen. Paul A. Manglona, Ind.-Rota
Sen. Teresita A. Santos, Ind.-Rota
Sen. Edith Deleon Guerrero, D-Saipan
Senate Vice President Justo Quitugua, R-Saipan, and Senate Floor Leader Vinnie F. Sablan, R-Saipan, have recused themselves from the proceedings, citing conflict of interest. Quitugua is a relative of the governor while Sablan is his running mate.
According to the CNMI Constitution, an impeached governor will be removed from office if at least 2/3 or six of the members of the nine-seat Senate vote for his conviction.
In a statement, Gov. Ralph DLG Torres said:
“I would like to personally thank all the people who took the time to display their support, encouragement, love, and prayers. Most importantly, I want to thank them for their continued belief in my Administration.
“I also want to thank the Senate for reviewing the factual information presented by my attorneys and the witnesses who provided testimony, for their diligence throughout the impeachment proceeding and entire process, and for making informed decisions.
“I am thankful that we can now move forward, and I can continue to work hard for the people of the Commonwealth.”
More details to follow.
