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Jenniffer González Wins Puerto Rico Elections as Trump Declares U.S. Victory

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Jenniffer González has won the Puerto Rico gubernatorial elections, while Donald Trump has been declared the winner of the U.S. presidential election against Kamala Harris.


Jenniffer González Wins Puerto Rico Elections

In a significant political shift, Jenniffer González of the New Progressive Party (PNP) has emerged victorious in the recent gubernatorial elections in Puerto Rico, securing 39.45% of the votes against independentist Juan Dalmau, who garnered 32.7%. This election marks a historic moment as it is the first time the Puerto Rican Independence Party (PIP) has claimed second place in a general election, following a strategic alliance with the Citizen Victory Movement (MVC). González, currently serving as the resident commissioner in the U.S. House of Representatives, becomes the third woman to hold the governorship of Puerto Rico, following Sila María Calderón and Wanda Vázquez.

U.S. Presidential Election: Donald Trump Declares Victory

In the U.S. presidential election, Donald Trump has been declared the winner against Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, marking a significant comeback for the former president. Trump, who has increased his support among non-white voters, including substantial gains among Latino and Asian American demographics, addressed his supporters in West Palm Beach, Florida, promising a

golden age

for America and a commitment to unity and healing the nation. Despite the ongoing counting of votes, Trump has already claimed victory and positioned himself as the 47th president of the United States, becoming the first to serve two non-consecutive terms since Grover Cleveland.

Puerto Rico's Symbolic Vote and Independence Plebiscite

In addition to the gubernatorial elections, Puerto Rico conducted symbolic votes for U.S. presidential candidates and a plebiscite concerning its political status. Although these votes do not carry legal weight, they reflect the sentiments of the Puerto Rican people. Preliminary results show that 73.46% of voters supported Kamala Harris, while a plebiscite indicated 56.8% in favor of statehood, followed by 30.85% for independence. These outcomes underscore the complex political landscape in Puerto Rico, where discussions about statehood, sovereignty, and independence continue to evolve.

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