Francisco Q. Cruz | |
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Member of the Northern Mariana Islands Senate from the 2nd district | |
Assumed office January 11, 2010 | |
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Born | June 19 [1] |
Political party | Republican |
Francisco Quichuchu Cruz is a Northern Mariana Islander politician. He serves as a Republican member for the 2nd district of the Northern Mariana Islands Senate. [2] [3]
As of 2024, he is serving his eighth term in the Senate. [4] Prior to his election to the Senate, Cruz was a member of the Tinian Municipal Council. [5]
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Before I officially adjourn, I would like to wish Senator Cruz Happy Birthday today
Former councilman Francisco Quichocho Cruz said he did not run for re-election two years ago