Final Words from Capehart, Carrion, and Frett-Gregory as Legislative Tenure Ends
- Nelcia Charlemagne
- December 21, 2024
Senators Diane Capehart and Samuel Carrion will not return as lawmakers in the 36th Legislature as they failed to secure sufficient votes in the November 5th general election. Neither will senators Donna Frett-Gregory and Javan James, who did not seek reelection for various personal reasons. Ms. Frett-Gregory said she has committed to caring for her ailing mother, while Mr. James plans to explore further educational pursuits. During the 35th Legislature’s final session, three of the four lawmakers addressed their colleagues and the public as they prepared to wrap up their law-making duties. “It has been a really great experience, learning and growing,” said Senator Carrion, summing up his two terms in the Legislature. “Thank you so much for allowing me the opportunity to be able to serve and represent you. It has been an honor and a privilege,” he told the people of St. Croix. Mr. Carrion has promised to continue to work on behalf of Virgin Islanders. “I am not going anywhere,” he...