Birthright Citizenship Update
The U.S. Constitution holds that everyone born in a state is a U.S. citizen. The Supreme Court confirmed…
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Democratic Leader Jeffries Champions Puerto Rico Inclusion in U.S. Nutrition Program
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), the highest ranking Democrat in the U.S. House of Representatives, prioritized time…
President’s Budget Proposes $72 Million Increase for Puerto Rico Nutrition
The White House has proposed increasing Puerto Rico’s Nutrition Assistance Program (NAP) by $72 million in the coming…
Congressman Jamie Raskin Again Calls for Puerto Rico Statehood
In a statement today celebrating the 75th anniversary of Senator Margaret Chase Smith’s Declaration of Conscience, Congressman Jamie…
A New Puerto Rican Candidate in Virginia: Tony Sabio
Anthony “Tony” Sabio, a Virginia resident who was born in Puerto Rico, has announced a challenge to incumbent…
Does the House Budget Bill Threaten Puerto Rico Nutrition Assistance?
The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed legislation last Thursday containing sweeping tax reforms and substantial cuts…
Puerto Rican Melisa López-Franzen Ends Run for U.S. Senate
Melisa López-Franzen, formerly a state senator for Minnesota, had her eye on the U.S. Senate seat for her…
Act 60 Shenanigans and Federal Oversight
On May 16, Representative Nydia M. Velázquez (D- NY) led a group of congressional colleagues in a letter…
Puerto Rican Candidates Face off in Lancaster, PA Primary; Jaime Arroyo Wins
Jaime Arroyo has been declared winner of the Democratic primary for mayor of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Arroyo, a native…
Could Puerto Rico Benefit from Tariffs?
“The tariff issue is a controversial one, but for Puerto Rico, it’s a great opportunity,” said Governor Jenniffer…
