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Puerto Rico Secretary Halts Investigation into Governor's In-Laws Over Alleged Illegal Construction

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Puerto Rico Secretary Halts Investigation into Governor's In-Laws Over Alleged Illegal Construction

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  • Puerto Rico's new natural resources secretary, Waldemar Quiles, has halted an investigation into allegations of illegal construction in a protected area.
  • The investigation originally targeted Governor Jenniffer González's in-laws, who faced accusations of illegal activities in La Parguera.
  • González labeled the investigation as "political persecution", claiming it was part of a past political attack.
  • Legal experts warn that shelving the investigation sets a troubling precedent for environmental protections in Puerto Rico.
  • The Puerto Rico Senate president has called for transparency and questioning regarding Quiles's administrative order.

For the full article, visit AP News.

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