President Joe Biden’s visit to Puerto Rico on Monday in the aftermath of a devastating hurricane brought back memories of a similar trip by his predecessor, former President Donald Trump. But this was entirely different.
“The people of Puerto Rico are very grateful for your steadfast support and highly appreciate your visit, particularly as we recover from Hurricane Fiona,” Gov. Pedro R. Pierluisi said as he introduced Biden at the Port of Ponce on Monday. “I must highlight that this visit is not an isolated incident; it is yet another example of your commitment to the well-being of the American citizens of Puerto Rico.”
Pierluisi, a former resident commissioner who caucused with the Democrats in Congress, praised what he described as the Biden administration’s “concrete actions” to assist Puerto Rico since taking office.
