MIAMI — Former Puerto Rico Gov. Wanda Vázquez is facing criminal accusations of corruption, federal authorities on the island announced Thursday morning. Current Gov. Pedro Pierluisi said in a written statement that Vazquez’s arrest showed that “no one is above the law in Puerto Rico.” “Faced with this news that certainly affects and lacerates the trust of our people, I reiterate that in my administration we will continue to have a common front with the federal authorities against anyone who commits an improper act,” he declared.“ ... Under my Administration there is zero tolerance against cor...
Former Puerto Rico Gov. Wanda Vázquez accused by federal authorities of corruption
August 4, 2022 1:30PM ET