Guam

Governor
Lou Leon Guerrero (Democratic)

Population
153,836

Number of Senators
0 U.S. Senators

Number of Representatives
1 U.S. House delegate/resident commissioner

Guam is a U.S. territory in the western Pacific. Its civic life reflects Chamorro history, strategic military importance, tourism, Pacific regional ties, and debates over self-government, infrastructure, and economic resilience. Territorial government is centered in Hagåtña.

Use this guide to understand how Guam government is organized and where to find official state resources. Core owns this page; Guide to Government contributes this educational tab only.

How Guam government works

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Guam executive branch

The executive branch carries out state law, manages state agencies and programs, prepares budgets, and provides public services through departments and offices.

Guam legislature

The legislative branch writes state law, debates policy, authorizes spending, conducts oversight, and represents residents through elected lawmakers.

Guam courts

State courts interpret state law, resolve disputes, handle criminal and civil cases, and protect legal rights under state and federal law.

Official Guam government links

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