Pedro Pierluisi actually said...

When I am in a position to utilize this funding, I will do so without hesitation.

This approach has broad support in Congress.

introduced legislation that would amend the U.S. Bankruptcy Code's definition of 'State' to include Puerto Rico for purposes of Chapter 9.

statehood is a permanent status. It is a stable status which will be very attractive, in terms of attracting additional investment to the is...