Updated: Feb 28
OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT DONALD JOHN TRUMP AND SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR DOUG BURGUM
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500
Mr. President, Secretary Burgum,
I write to you today not as a politician or an analyst, but as an ordinary American citizen struggling to make ends meet in a nation increasingly feeling the strain of global complexities and internal challenges. Specifically, I'm speaking of the situation in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), a U.S. territory that holds a special place in our nation's tapestry, but one currently facing serious issues that demand your immediate attention and decisive action.
As an unemployed Afro-Latino-Seminole father of three children under the ages of 9 years old facing eviction, I see firsthand the struggles of those trying to make ends meet when the very ground beneath their feet is shifting; the cnmi is being flooded/repopulated by wage suppressing imported workers from primarily the Phillipines. It's a struggle exacerbated by circumstances on the ground in the CNMI, particularly the economic realities facing American workers in the face of illegal labor practices. It’s a situation where the promise of American opportunity feels increasingly distant.
My appeal to you both stems from the recent meeting of the Interagency Group for Insular Affairs (IGIA), where CNMI Governor Arnold Palacios sought renewed funding and a review of the islands' relationship with the United States. While I appreciate Governor Palacios' efforts to advocate for the CNMI, I believe a more comprehensive examination of the Commonwealth is urgently needed.
The core of this letter addresses the points raised by the Governor Palacios concerning the 702 and 902 funding mechanisms. But a review of all federal funds directed towards the cnmi, the mismanagement, transferring out of the CNMI to foreign countries: Philippines, CCP China, Russia, and others and outright theft that has drained the American dream on this island and the failure to protect American workers in the cnmi, has left me and other in our community with only a few dollars to our name. These funds, meant to bolster the cnmi's development, economy and sustain us; have failed miserably.
Therefore, I implore you, Mr. President and Secretary Burgum, to demand the following investigations, arrests, reports, enforcements, evaluations, and cooperation to help give the island citizens back their American rights.
1. Independent Forensic Audit of Federal Funds:
I implore you to demand an independent, third-party forensic audit of all federal funds granted to the CNMI via AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT, CARES ACT, FEMA, AND EPA within the last ten (10) years. Only through a thorough and transparent accounting can we identify where taxpayer dollars have gone and whether they have been used effectively and responsibly. This audit must be conducted by a firm with no prior ties to the CNMI government or its officials to ensure impartiality. It must examine every aspect of federal funding, including grant applications, disbursements, contracts, and expenditures. The findings of this audit should be made public and used to hold accountable any individuals or entities found to have misused or misappropriated federal funds.
Articles on Fraud, Waste and Transference of federal funds out of the CNMI:
2. Removal of 14th Amendment Exemptions and Protection of American Rights:
I am writing to you today with a deep concern about the state of constitutional rights in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). Specifically, the CNMI has carved out exemptions to the 14th Amendment, thus denying many protections afforded to American citizens. I understand the historical context that gave rise to this and thus I am asking you both to please demand that Congress take immediate action to rectify this inequity, ensuring that all Americans, regardless of where they reside, are afforded equal protection under the law. In the CNMI, American workers should know they will not be evicted from their homes or taken advantage of by their foreign employees. It is imperative that the 14th Amendment be fully applicable, without reservation.
3. Combating Human Smuggling and CW-1 Visa Fraud:
The issue of illegal Chinese and Filipino human smuggling must be addressed immediately. The CNMI has become a known transit point for such illicit activities, often facilitated by the misuse of CW-1 work visas. You must demand concerted efforts to dismantle these smuggling networks, prosecute those involved, and prevent future exploitation of our immigration system. We must enhance collaboration between CNMI authorities and federal law enforcement agencies to identify and investigate instances of human smuggling and visa fraud. This includes providing CNMI law enforcement with the resources and training necessary to combat these crimes effectively. The CW-1 visa program must be reformed to eliminate loopholes and ensure that it is not used to exploit foreign workers or undercut American labor.
4. Protecting American Workers:
The CNMI must take concrete steps to protect American workers and create a level playing field for them. This includes vigorous enforcement of labor laws, ensuring fair wages and working conditions, and cracking down on employers who hire undocumented workers or exploit foreign labor to depress wages. We must also implement policies that prioritize the hiring of American workers and provide them with the training and support they need to succeed in the CNMI economy. There are numerous accounts from the citizens of the Commonwealth who have struggled to find work and make ends meet due to CW-1 work visa fraud. Thus I implore you to put an end to the suffering of American workers living in the CNMI.
5. Addressing Visa Overstays and Deportation of Illegal Aliens:
We must redouble efforts to locate and deport all overstayed illegal aliens in the CNMI. This requires close cooperation between CNMI authorities and federal immigration agencies to identify, apprehend, and remove individuals who are in violation of U.S. immigration law. We must also strengthen border security to prevent future visa overstays and illegal entries. In the CNMI's small economy, undocumented aliens are a big problem to the citizens who must compete for any means to provide for their families.
6. Establishing a Remittance Tax:
It is time for the CNMI to consider implementing a remittance tax on funds sent out of the CNMI economy. While I understand this proposal may be controversial, it is essential to address the outflow of capital from the Commonwealth and ensure that a greater share of economic activity benefits local residents and businesses. This tax could generate revenue that could be used to support essential government services, invest in infrastructure, and promote economic development initiatives. It would also incentivize people to spend their money in the CNMI, further boosting the local economy. It's time to put hardworking American citizens first and quit allowing the hard-earned dollars of CNMI citizens to leave the island while the residents fall on hard times.
Specific Cases and Examples:
To underscore the urgency of these concerns, I would like to bring to your attention the recent case of the cnmi citizens and former member of the CNMI government: Kevin Hocog Pangelinan, and his co-defendants, who have pled guilty to conspiracy to transport illegal aliens. Kevin Hocog, was released but continued to test positive for methamphetamines and the judge had detention appropriate. Then, you have William J. Cabrera, and Steven Tomokane -who were separately charged, also pled guilty to the charge of conspiracy to transport illegal aliens. It would be remiss to omit the charges the men faced was with 21 Chinese nationals, who had each paid $4500 to be smuggled into Guam.
These men, who each pledged to have been helping to provide for the Commonwealth had lied and exploited the system.
Such case highlight the need for greater vigilance and enforcement to combat human smuggling and protect our borders.
*Rampant human smuggling in the cnmi the following stories:
After failing to appear in court for a Jan. 6, 2025, hearing and failing four urinalysis tests, Kevin Hocog Pangelinan has pled guilty to the charge of conspiracy to transport illegal aliens.
Pangelinan also admitted violating his pre-trial release conditions by testing positive for use of methamphetamine.
Chief Judge Ramona V. Manglona of the District Court for the NMI accepted Pangelinan's guilty plea and scheduled his sentencing for June 27 at 9 a.m.
Judge Manglona also approved the recommendation of the U.S. Probation Office and the U.S. Attorney's Office to detain Pangelinan pending further court proceedings.
Pangelinan's lawyer, Mark Hanson, argued against detention and for his client's continued enrollment in a treatment program.
But because of Pangelinan's continued use of methamphetamine -even after the court already revoked his pretrial release once and even after his enrollment in an in-patient treatment program-Judge Manglona found detention appropriate.
She ordered Pangelinan to be detained for three weeks and released on March 12 at 8 a.m.
"After his release from custody, defendant is subject to the same terms and conditions as his Order Setting Conditions of Release imposed on October 22, 2024," the judge said before remanding Pangelinan to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service.
His co-defendants-Steven Villagomez Pangelinan, William J. Cabrera, and Steven Tomokane-who were separately charged, also pled guilty to the charge of conspiracy to transport illegal aliens.
Cabrera pled guilty on Oct. 1, 2024, and will be sentenced on March 11, 2025, at 9 a.m. Steven Pangelinan pled guilty on Jan. 1, 2025, and will be sentenced on May 16, 2025, at 9 a.m. Tomokane pled guilty on Sept. 10, 2024, and will be sentenced on March 28, 2025, at 9 a.m. According to the indictment against the defendants, 21 illegal aliens from China paid $4,500 each to be smuggled into Guam by boat.
Views of Fellow Citizens of the CNMI
Citizens View Point 1: "Tina urged us to vote for Arnold.
Leila urges us to vote for Arnold.
Glen urged us to vote for Arnold.
Ed urged us to vote for Arnold. Then Arnold won."
Citizens View Point 2: "Maybe you would have been better off getting some lottery tickets as long as you were there? https://lottery.dc.gov"
Citizens View Point 3: " Beg harder Palacios, get on your knees and begg for some handouts. Begg like the beggar you were elected to be."
Conclusion:
Mr. President, Secretary Burgum, I urge you to take swift and decisive action to address the challenges facing the CNMI.
By demanding investigations, enforcing laws, protecting American workers, and reforming the current relationship, you can help ensure a brighter future for the CNMI.
I look forward to your response and your commitment to supporting all Americans, including those in the CNMI.
Sincerely,
Zaji 'Persona Non Grata" Zajradhara
A Concerned American Citizen
Presidential Orders from Trump’s Second Term (January 20, 2025 – Present)
Executive Order: "Protecting the American People Against Invasion" (Signed January 20, 2025)
Direct Effects: This EO, signed within hours of Trump’s inauguration, emphasizes immigration enforcement and border security, aiming to reduce the number of employment-authorized non-citizens. It directs agencies to limit work authorization for individuals whose presence is unauthorized or based on humanitarian programs (e.g., Temporary Protected Status, DACA, or parole), potentially reducing competition from foreign nationals in the workforce.
Indirect Effects: By signaling stricter vetting and screening of foreign nationals seeking admission, it may delay or restrict employment-based visa adjudications (e.g., H-1B, L-1, CW-1), indirectly prioritizing American workers by slowing the entry of foreign labor. It also hints at future termination of programs like TPS, which could revoke work permits for hundreds of thousands, shifting job opportunities to Americans.
Relevance to CW-1: While not explicitly targeting the CW-1 visa (used in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands), the broad directive to enhance vetting and reduce unauthorized work could extend to CW-1 petitions, increasing scrutiny and potentially reducing approvals.
Executive Order: "Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity" (Signed January 21, 2025)
Direct Effects: This EO rescinds prior equal employment opportunity and affirmative action directives (dating back to 1965) for federal employment and contracting, banning diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs that could favor certain groups over merit-based hiring. It mandates that federal contractors prioritize merit, implicitly favoring American workers by removing preferences that might benefit foreign nationals under visa programs.
Indirect Effects: By directing the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) to stop promoting diversity or affirmative action, it discourages contractors from hiring foreign workers if it could be perceived as displacing Americans. The EO also calls for a report within 120 days to recommend enforcing civil rights laws against private-sector DEI, potentially pressuring employers to favor American hires over visa holders.
Relevance to Employment Visas: While not visa-specific, this EO’s focus on merit and ending “illegal preferences” could lead to heightened scrutiny of visa programs like H-1B or CW-1 if employers are suspected of using them to bypass American candidates.
Executive Order: "Enhancing Vetting and Screening of Illegal Aliens" (Signed January 20 or 21, 2025 – exact date varies by source)
Direct Effects: This order re-establishes “extreme vetting” for visa applicants and those already in the U.S. on lawful status, directing the Department of State and other agencies to suspend entry from “countries of particular concern” and review all visa programs for national security risks. It aims to reduce the inflow of foreign workers who could compete with Americans.
Indirect Effects: Increased vetting will likely slow processing times for employment-based visas (H-1B, L-1, CW-1, etc.), giving American workers a de facto preference as employers face delays or denials in hiring foreign nationals. The review of visa programs could lead to tighter eligibility, higher denial rates, or caps, further tilting the labor market toward Americans.
Relevance to CW-1: The CW-1 visa, tied to specific labor needs in the CNMI, may face additional administrative hurdles if included in the visa program review, indirectly protecting American workers by limiting foreign labor in U.S. territories.
Executive Order: U.S. Trade Policy Review (Signed January 20 or 23, 2025 – reported as part of early actions)
Direct Effects: This EO mandates a review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and other trade agreements to ensure they benefit American workers, directing renegotiation or withdrawal if they disadvantage U.S. labor.
Indirect Effects: The USMCA supports the TN visa for Canadian and Mexican professionals. A stricter review could limit TN visa eligibility or increase scrutiny, reducing foreign competition in professional fields and indirectly favoring American hires. Other trade-linked visas (e.g., E-1, E-2) might also see restrictions, amplifying this effect.
Relevance to Employment Visas: While not directly targeting CW-1 or H-1B, the broader push to protect American workers through trade policy could influence visa policies holistically, prioritizing domestic hiring.
Relevant Orders from Trump’s First Term (2017–2021) with Potential Current Influence
These are included because Trump’s second-term agenda builds on his first-term policies, and some may be reinstated or expanded. They are noted here for context unless explicitly reissued in 2025.
Executive Order 13788: "Buy American and Hire American" (Signed April 18, 2017)
Direct Effects: Directed agencies to prioritize American-made goods and ensure visa programs (e.g., H-1B) protect American workers by preventing abuse and displacement.
Indirect Effects: Led to regulatory changes tightening H-1B eligibility (e.g., specialty occupation definitions, wage rules), increasing denials and indirectly favoring American hires.
Current Status: Not yet reissued as of February 28, 2025, but its principles align with the “America First” directives in 2025 EOs, suggesting possible reinstatement or incorporation into new orders.
Proclamation 10052: Suspending Entry of Aliens Who Present a Risk to the U.S. Labor Market (Signed June 22, 2020)
Direct Effects: Suspended new H-1B, H-2B, J-1, and L-1 visas through December 31, 2020, citing COVID-19 unemployment, explicitly prioritizing American workers.
Indirect Effects: Reduced foreign labor supply, giving Americans an edge in hiring during the pandemic recovery.
Current Status: Expired in 2021, but its precedent could inspire similar proclamations in 2025 if economic conditions (e.g., unemployment) justify it.
Executive Order: Preventing Federal Agencies from Contracting Foreign Workers (Signed August 3, 2020)
Direct Effects: Required federal agencies to prioritize U.S. workers for contract positions over foreign visa holders (e.g., H-1B), following the Tennessee Valley Authority controversy.
Indirect Effects: Set a tone for federal hiring practices, influencing private-sector norms by example.
Current Status: Not reissued as of February 28, 2025, but its intent is echoed in the 2025 “Ending Illegal Discrimination” EO for federal contractors.
Notes on CW-1 and Other Employment Visas
CW-1 Visa: Specific to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, this visa allows employers to hire foreign workers when no U.S. workers are available. No 2025 EO explicitly names CW-1, but the broad vetting and enforcement focus could increase petition denials or delays, indirectly favoring local (American) hiring.
Other Visas: H-1B (specialty occupations), L-1 (intracompany transferees), H-2B (seasonal workers), and TN (USMCA professionals) are more prominently affected by the 2025 orders due to their widespread use. The vetting EO and trade review EO particularly threaten these programs’ efficiency.
Summary of Impact
Direct Protections: The “Ending Illegal Discrimination” EO directly pushes federal contractors to prioritize merit (favoring Americans), while first-term orders like “Buy American and Hire American” set a precedent for visa reform.
Indirect Protections: Enhanced vetting, trade agreement reviews, and enforcement-focused EOs (e.g., “Protecting Against Invasion”) slow foreign labor entry, giving Americans a hiring edge by default.
As of February 28, 2025: Only four EOs from the current term are confirmed, with more potentially forthcoming as Trump’s administration progresses. No new proclamations suspending specific visa categories (like Proclamation 10052) have been reported yet, but the groundwork is laid for such actions.
Blackwater Mass Deportation Plan
To recap the plan: A group of military contractors led by Erik Prince, pitched a
$25 billion plan to mass deport 12 million people before the 2026 midterms
- 500k illegals would be deported every month
- A private fleet of over 100 planes would be made available to use
- They're proposing processing camps on military bases
- 12 million illegals will be guaranteed reported before the 2026 midterms
The liberal says this is terrifying, cruel and dangerous, “We know what happens when governments start rounding people up and putting them in camps”
Ironically, the liberal had no problem with 600,000 children being trafficked across the border into labor and sex camps.
He compares this to military profiteering, but again the liberal has no problem when military contractors make money on overseas wars Democrats back
This influencer spends his time making anti-Donald Trump videos often wearing rainbow shirts in his videos
DEPORTATION REBUTTAL
About the Author
Zaji “Persona Non Grata” Zajradhara is a staunch advocate for American workers and indigenous rights in the CNMI. Labeled a “persona non grata” by the CNMI government for his relentless pursuit of justice and his outspoken criticism of corruption and foreign influence, Zajradhara has become a symbol of resistance against the forces seeking to undermine American sovereignty in the islands.
As An Unemployed Afro-Latino-Seminole American resident and father, Zajradhara's firsthand experience with the CNMI’s dysfunctional labor market, its rigged political system, and the exploitation of vulnerable communities has fueled his activism. He has filed numerous legal claims against companies, including Tan Holdings, for violating labor laws and discriminating against American workers.
His unwavering commitment to exposing the truth, challenging the status quo, and demanding accountability has made him a thorn in the side of the CNMI establishment and a target of their efforts to silence him. However, Zajradhara remains undeterred, determined to fight for the rights of American workers and to protect the CNMI from the grip of foreign influence.
