Jenniffer González Defeats Incumbent Pierluisi in Puerto Rico Primary
González secures candidacy for governor as voters express frustration over power outages and economic challenges.
Overview
- González wins New Progressive Party primary with 56% of the vote, becoming the first female gubernatorial candidate for the party.
- Incumbent Gov. Pierluisi concedes, calling the defeat unexpected and painful.
- Jesús Manuel Ortiz wins the Democratic Party primary, defeating Juan Zaragoza.
- Voters cite chronic power outages, economic difficulties, and healthcare issues as major concerns.
- Power outages and technical issues marred the primary voting process.