Who Will Be Mamdani’s City Council Partner? Get Ready for a Battle.

The heated contest to become City Council speaker took shape in Puerto Rico, where the leading contenders jockeyed for votes at a beachside political gathering.

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Mamdani, Mofongo and Rum: Democratic Squabbles Fade Away, for Now

At an annual gathering in Puerto Rico for New York’s political class, former foes of Zohran Mamdani put aside their differences and tried to get information about his inner circle.

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Qatar Pushes U.S.-Venezuela Diplomacy as Trump Focuses on Military Action

The Pentagon has deployed 10,000 U.S. troops to the region, most of them to bases in Puerto Rico, a senior military official said.

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Unusual Climate Case Accusing Oil Giants of Racketeering Is Dismissed

Citing laws more commonly used against organized crime, the lawsuit argued that fossil fuel companies were responsible for devastating hurricane damage in Puerto Rico.

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Former Puerto Rico Governor Wanda Vázquez Pleads Guilty to Campaign Finance Violation

Wanda Vázquez had initially been accused of taking bribes to influence a regulatory appointment. A controversial plea deal resulted in a lesser charge.

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In Puerto Rico, a Rise in Detentions Under Trump Creates Unease

Federal authorities on the island have recently detained hundreds of Dominicans, who often share the same ethnic background, language and culture as Puerto Ricans.

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In Puerto Rico, a Struggle for Power Comes to Light

The Trump administration is clawing back millions in climate grants promised to credit unions in Puerto Rico. A reporter traveled to the island to meet people affected by the rollback.

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Puerto Rico Is Waiting for Frozen I.R.A. Funds

The Trump administration is trying to claw back billions in climate grants, including $147 million that could help people in Puerto Rico withstand frequent power failures.

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Lawsuit Aims to Broadly Halt Deportations of Foreign Students

A suit challenges the Trump administration’s campaign in four states and Puerto Rico, and seeks the reinstatement of terminated student visas.

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Most Power Is Restored in Puerto Rico After Islandwide Blackout

The power outage, which began on Wednesday, was the latest to hit the island, which has long suffered from blackouts.

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