Puerto Rico Political News

Puerto Rico Will Hold Statehood Referendum

Puerto Rico Gov. Wanda Vázquez announced on Saturday that she will hold a nonbinding referendum to decide whether or not…

5 years ago

Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló Announces Resignation Amid Protests & Text Message Scandal

Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló announced Wednesday evening he will resign on Aug. 2 after nearly two weeks of protests calling for him…

5 years ago

Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello Won’t Seek Re-election In 2020 But Refuses To Resign

Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello revealed Sunday he will not pursue re-election in 2020 and will abandon his post as leader of…

5 years ago

Trump Blasts ‘Corrupt’ Puerto Rican Officials As Protesters Call For Gov. Ricardo Rossello’s Resignation

President Donald Trump went after Puerto Rico's "corrupt" government officials Thursday on Twitter, as San Juan has become mired in protests over…

5 years ago