2012 Puerto Rico gubernatorial election

The 2012 Puerto Rico gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 2012, to choose the island's governor. Incumbent Governor Luis G. Fortuño, a member of the New Progressive Party, did not seek re-election. The main candidates were Ricardo Rosselló from the Popular Democratic Party and David Bernier from the Democratic Party of Puerto Rico. Ricardo Rosselló won the election, becoming governor with about 50% of the vote. The election reflected ongoing debates over Puerto Rico's political status and economic challenges, influencing future policy directions for the island.