Governor to meet with president in mainland

Governor Felix Camacho continues his effort to impress upon the federal government that their support is needed to fund and prepare the island for the military buildup.

February 22, 2010Updated: February 22, 2010
KUAM NewsBy KUAM News

by Mindy Aguon

Guam - Governor Felix Camacho continues his effort to impress upon the federal government that their support is needed to fund and prepare the island for the military buildup. That's the message he presented today to Department of the Interior Secretary Ken Salazar and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.

The governor is in Washington, DC attending the 2010 Winter Meetings of the National Governors Association. Tomorrow Camacho is expected to join other governors in meeting with President Barack Obama.