Wanda Vázquez Garced

Wanda Vázquez Garced is a Puerto Rican politician and attorney who served as the Governor of Puerto Rico from August 2019 to January 2021. She became governor after her predecessor, Ricardo Rosselló, resigned amid protests over corruption and government mismanagement. Vázquez, who was previously the Secretary of Justice, is a member of the New Progressive Party, which supports Puerto Rico's statehood. Her tenure focused on recovery after Hurricane Maria and challenges related to the island's fiscal crisis. Vázquez's administration faced criticism for its handling of various issues, including the COVID-19 pandemic and political corruption.