The number of defendants deemed unfit to stand trial who ASSMCA must treat increased by 188% between 2018 and 2024, yet the forensic psychiatric hospitals have not expanded their capacity. Meanwhile, the government keeps no record of how many ultimately end up incarcerated.
The Office of the Inspector General validated findings published by the Centro de Periodismo Investigativo and Bonita Radio about actions by the Puerto Rico Land Authority that favored solar projects on land tied to the former secretary, potentially constituting a conflict of interest.
New York City’s public housing authority has turned thousands of apartments over to private management, bringing in billions for renovations. But the shift comes with eviction threats, higher costs, and the risk of displacement.
Jenniffer González is implementing in Puerto Rico the U.S. president’s energy agenda known as American Energy Dominance, prioritizing natural gas sourced from the United States.
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press warns that the proposed amendments would erode public access to government information and weaken accountability on the island.
The legislation restricts the right of access to public information. It would allow government agencies up to 50 business days to deliver documents exceeding 300 pages.
Representatives say they will introduce substantial amendments to the measure that changes the Transparency Act, which the Senate would have to review in a Conference Committee next Tuesday.
A pesar del rechazo inequívoco de la sociedad civil, líderes comunitarios, medios de comunicación, la academia y los gremios periodísticos, el Proyecto del Senado 63 (PS63) —una medida que obstaculiza el derecho constitucional de acceso a la información pública— podría ser llevado a votación esta misma semana en la Cámara de Representantes, sin que se escuche a todas las organizaciones que lo han rechazado.
