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Puerto Rico Voted for Statehood, Now What?

With a 56.8% majority supporting statehood, Puerto Rico's call for equality shifts to Congress as leaders push for decisive legislative action.

Latin Times

Death of alien-hunting Arecibo Telescope traced to cable issues 3 years earlier, 'alarming' report finds

A scathing new report points to unclear protocols and multiple failures to raise alarms at the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico before the collapse of the site's radio telescope in 2020.

LiveScience

Bad Bunny's Post-Election Message: 'It's Okay to Be Sad' But 'We're Not Giving Up.'

The Puerto Rican artist is reeling after Juan Dalmau, the candidate he supported, lost the gubernatorial election in Puerto Rico.

Latin Times

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Juan Dalmau Loses Puerto Rico Governor Race Despite Endorsements From Bad Bunny and Rauw Alejandro

Dalmau lost to Jennifer González, the candidate for Puerto Rico's New Progressive Party, harshly criticized by high-profile Puerto Ricans during the campaign

Latin Times

US election: Did Trump gain Latino vote despite ‘floating garbage’ jibe?

Long held up as a Democrat base, the Latino vote reflects a truer picture of a community that refuses political labels.

Al Jazeera

Pro-Trump Candidate Easily Wins Puerto Rico Election Despite 'Garbage Island' Controversy

A Pro-Trump Republican, unscathed by the Trump campaign's "Garbage Island" controversy, ousted the incumbent governor in Puerto Rico's primary election.

Latin Times

Historic Puerto Rico Election Sees Pro-Statehood Candidate Leading

Jenniffer González leads Puerto Rico's gubernatorial race; statehood favored in referendum, signaling potential political shift.

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Who's Gary Johnson Voting For?

The two-time Libertarian Party presidential nominee shares his thoughts on Chase Oliver and the election.

Reason

Historic Puerto Rico Elections: New Parties Challenge Political Landscape

Puerto Rico's historic elections feature top candidates, potential political shifts, and a status referendum with implications for the island's future.

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Harris campaign spends final hours reminding Pennsylvania of a Trump ally's joke about Puerto Rico

Kamala Harris devoted much of her final full day on the campaign trail to reaching Latino voters in Pennsylvania, a swing state that Democrats consider part of their “blue wall” in the Electoral College

The Independent UK

Vice President Harris Reaffirms Commitment To Puerto Rico In Rally

Vice President Kamala Harris reaffirms her commitment to Puerto Rico and all Americans during a rally in Allentown, Pennsylvania, in response to recent der...

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Bad Bunny, Residente, Rauw Alejandro, and Kany García Take PArt In The Final Campaign Event in Puerto Rico

They supported the aliance between Movimiento Victoria Ciudadana and the Puerto Rican Independence Party

Latin Times

Trump aides confident in his chances – but admit results are anyone’s guess

Some polls offer promising outlook for Trump in swing states and reveal most believe US is on the wrong track

The Guardian - US

Harris Maintains Lead Among Latino Voters but Trump Continues to Close Gap, New Poll Finds

The Economist found that the Republican reduced the vice president's lead by 5 points in just one week, although fallout from Puerto Rico comments is expected

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Puerto Rico's Political Landscape Shifts Amidst Younger Generation's Discontent

A third-party candidate challenges traditional parties in Puerto Rico's governor race amid voter discontent and a referendum on political status, shaping t...

International Business Times

Trump Defends Puerto Rico 'Island of Garbage' Comedian For Making 'One Little Joke'

'He was a comedian. He joked. He mentioned Puerto Rico,' the former president said. 'He mentioned Puerto Rico and they made it like a big deal.'

International Business Times

RFK Jr. 'Dismayed' At Puerto Rico 'Garbage' Joke Told By His 'Friend' At Trump Rally

The failed independent candidate also praised insult comic Tony Hinchcliffe's 'special comedic aptitude' and falsely claimed Latino support for Trump was 'exploding.'

Salon

Dems "stained" MSG rally, Trump says

The ex-president claimed “very good” and “well-meaning” advisors selected comedian Tony Hinchcliffe for the gig

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Trump Criticizes Women Keeping Votes Secret, Attacks Harris

Former President Trump responds to criticism on various topics, including a pro-Harris ad, Mark Cuban's comments, and a Puerto Rico joke.

The Guardian - UK

The Guide #163: Insult comedy and the right wing’s budding bromance

In this week’s newsletter: The roast can be a brilliant medium – but as Tony Hinchcliffe found out when he insulted Puerto Rico, a political rally really isn’t the place for slinging slurs

The Guardian - US

Seth Meyers on Trump’s garbage truck stunt: ‘I think you should stay there’

Late-night hosts discuss Trump’s attempt from backlash over Puerto Rico comments and a gender gap in early voting

International Business Times

Emotional Jennifer Lopez Tells Harris Rally: 'We Should Be Scared And Outraged'

The superstar entertainer was addressing a speaker at Trump's Sunday rally who called Puerto Rico a 'floating island of garbage'

The Independent UK

Jennifer Lopez hits back at Trump’s Puerto Rico comments: ‘Let’s Get Loud’

Jennifer Lopez didn’t hold back in condemning Donald Trump’s comments about her homeland, Puerto Rico, as she supported Kamala Harris at a Las Vegas rally.

The Independent UK

White House officials altered transcript of Biden ‘garbage’ call despite staff concerns, report says

Furor erupted after MAGA comedian at Trump’s New York rally called Puerto Rico a ‘floating island of garbage’

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Gov. Walz Condemns Trump's 'Island Of Garbage' Comment

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz condemns derogatory comment about Puerto Rico, praises Vice President Kamala Harris' support, and highlights Puerto Ricans' contrib...

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