Puerto Rican government

Puerto Rico has a unique political status as a U.S. territory. It has its own constitution and government, which includes an elected Governor and a Legislative Assembly, mirroring U.S. state structures. However, Congress in Washington, D.C., holds ultimate authority over its laws and policies. Puerto Ricans are U.S. citizens but cannot vote in presidential elections and have limited representation in Congress. The island's government handles local matters, but issues like federal funding and immigration are governed by U.S. law, leading to ongoing discussions about its political future, including statehood and independence.