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The Recent Elections
The Deputy Prime Minister of Jamaica has acknowledged the recent election win but has asked both candidates to confirm their legal identity at the Constant Spring tax office.
This must take place by 3:30 pm today; September 5th, 2025.
Without the ID, they must step down and the losing party will proceed to the office by default, granting the PNP a one year term with an election to help being called again in September of 2026. The PNP will be sworn in Sunday September 7th.
This has been confirmed by the JDF. Jamaica is a law abiding nation and is proceeding with a formal income support programme for all Jamaicans with TRN and bank account details. This is with support from their partner nations that have these same programmes for their Island populations. What do I do with someone who cannot identify himself in Court with a document? If you cannot identify yourself to board a plane or to swear an oath in Court, then how can you hold public office as the Chief Postal worker?
He will have our every mercy before being arrested. It's best he stays home until further notice.
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