Donna Frett-Gregory locally known as Donna is a United States Virgin Islander politician who represented St. Thomas/St. John in the Legislature of the Virgin Islands, from 2019 to 2025. She has served as President of the 34th Virgin Islands Legislature.[1] She is a potential candidate for Governor in 2026.
Early life and education
Donna Frett-Gregory was born on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. A graduate of the Charlotte Amalie High School Class of 1983, Donna later obtained her MBA from Western Governors University, MPA from the University of the Virgin Islands and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Morgan State University. She earned a certificate in senior executive leadership from Harvard University John F. Kennedy School of Government and holds an advanced government finance certification from the Government Finance Officers Association.[1]
Epstein scandal
In July 2019, Frett-Gregory announced that she will be returning the $1,000 donated to her 2018 campaign back to Southern Trust Company, Inc. While doing so, Frett-Gregory has stated that she does not support Epstein misconduct amid his recent allegations and won’t be affiliated with anyone that behaves in that manner.[2]
Personal life
Frett-Gregory is married and has four children and two grandchildren. In May 2022, Donna tested positive for COVID-19.[3]
References
- ^ a b "Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory". Legislature of the Virgin Islands.
- ^ "Frett-Gregory is Third V.I. Politician to Relinquish Epstein-Tied Money". St. Thomas Source. July 16, 2019.
- ^ "Senate President Donna Frett-Gregory Tests Positive For Covid-19, Will Quarantine Until May 9". The Virgin Islands Consortium.
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