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Rep. Aponte Hernández Critiques Puerto Rico's Independence Vision

5/9/2025

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Rep. José Aponte Hernández slammed the Plan B Independencia group's vision of Puerto Rico as an independent republic, labeling it a “fantasy.” He underscored the absence of a solid strategy for health insurance and financial aid, warning that the aging population's needs and potential risks to future investments remain unaddressed.

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Rep. José Aponte Hernández slammed the Plan B Independencia group's vision of Puerto Rico as an independent republic, labeling it a “fantasy.” He underscored the absence of a solid strategy for health insurance and financial aid, warning that the aging population's needs and potential risks to future investments remain unaddressed.