Puerto Rico voters have once again voiced their support for statehood, marking the fourth time in recent years that a majority has chosen this path in a referendum. In Tuesday's vote, 56.82% backed statehood, 30.85% supported independence, and 12.33% chose free association with the United States, according to final tallies.
The pro-statehood momentum was further reinforced by the election of Jenniffer González-Colón, a Republican and vocal advocate for statehood, as governor. In fact, exit polls showed statehood receiving more votes than any gubernatorial candidate, making it the night's most significant mandate.
