Puerto Rico's new gov seeks statehood referendum amid crisis
Puerto Rico's new gov seeks statehood referendum amid crisis
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico's new governor has been sworn in as the U.S. territory prepares for what many believe will be new austerity measures and a renewed push for statehood to haul the island out of a deep economic crisis.
Ricardo Rossello was sworn in Monday and proposed several measures aimed at alleviating the crisis. Among them is a proposal to hold a referendum that would ask voters whether they prefer statehood or independence.