Republicans endorse Amata for Congress, and elect party officers
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Republican Party of American Samoa held its 2026 Caucus last week at the Goat Island Cafe, where Republicans crowded the room to near capacity and Chairman Taulapapa William Sword led the Caucus through their voting process, nominating their choice for Member of Congress and party leadership.
Republicans officially endorsed Uifa'atali Amata for Congress, who will continue her tradition of the name Aumua Amata when she is placed on the ballot. The GOP reelected their local party leadership for the next two years each. Uifa'atali Amata and Frank Barron did not stand for reelection as it is the middle of their terms.
Amata's role in the RNC has reached a nationwide historic milestone. For some time, she has been the longest-serving current Member in the country, but recently, she became the longest-serving in the entirety of Republican history.
"These votes were overwhelming and unanimous," said Chairman Taulapapa. "It's outstanding to see strong unity, goo…