51st State Movement

The 51st State Movement refers to a political movement that advocates for the idea that certain U.S. territories, particularly Puerto Rico or Washington D.C., should become the 51st state of the United States. Proponents argue that statehood would provide full rights and representation in Congress for residents of these regions, who currently lack voting rights at the federal level. The movement raises issues about citizenship, self-determination, and equal representation, reflecting the desire of many citizens in those territories to have the same benefits and responsibilities as residents of the 50 states.