On the recordFebruary 1, 2016
The Congress of the United States retains plenary powers over everything in Puerto Rico, not just the status of Puerto Rico.
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congress.govThe Congress of the United States retains plenary powers over everything in Puerto Rico, not just the status of Puerto Rico.
Fortuno asserts Congress's comprehensive authority over Puerto Rico's governance.
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