Pedro Pierluisi
Puerto Rican politician and governor
Born
April 26th, 1959
66 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Puerto Rico
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Elected as governor of Puerto Rico in 2021, held the position after serving as the Resident Commissioner in the U.S. Congress from 2013 to 2021. Worked on issues related to the territory’s political status and economic challenges. Has a background in law and served in various roles in the local government, including as the Secretary of Justice of Puerto Rico.
Elected governor of Puerto Rico in 2021
Served as Resident Commissioner from 2013 to 2021
Advocated for Puerto Rico's political status
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