Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico’s Act 22 tax break draws backlash as critics link it to displacement and rising housing costs
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Puerto Rico’s investor tax incentive known as Act 22—later folded into the island’s broader Act 60 incentives code—has become a flashpoint in debates over housing affordability and displacement, as critics argue the program helps wealthy newcomers reduce their U.S. tax bills while intensifying local pressures on rents and real estate.
The Trump administration has redirected nearly $1 billion in federal funds originally intended for rooftop solar and battery systems in Puerto Rico to the island's bankrupt electric utility. The shift prioritizes fossil fuel infrastructure, including a natural gas pipeline, over the Biden-era plan for resilient power for vulnerable residents.
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U.S. Coast Guard officers apprehended a stowaway carrying a firearm and approximately 524 pounds of cocaine on a barge in San Juan Harbor, Puerto Rico, on Tuesday.
Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny headlined the Super Bowl LX halftime show on February 11, 2026, delivering a performance celebrated for its cultural depth. The show followed his recent Grammy win for album of the year. NPR's Alt.Latino podcast unpacked the event's symbolism with on-the-ground reporting.
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Ricky Martin has written an emotional open letter to Bad Bunny, celebrating his historic Grammy victories and commitment to Puerto Rican roots. The letter highlights Bad Bunny's achievements as a cultural milestone for immigrants and authenticity in music. It follows Bad Bunny's wins at the 2026 Grammys in Los Angeles.
Tainaly Y. Serrano Rivera, a college acquaintance of producer La Paciencia, is suing Bad Bunny, La Paciencia, and Rimas Entertainment for $16 million over the unauthorized use of her 2018 WhatsApp voice clip in two albums, live shows, promotions, and merchandise—marking the rapper's second such lawsuit.
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Tainaly Y. Serrano Rivera has filed a $16 million lawsuit against Bad Bunny and his label Rimas Entertainment, claiming unauthorized use of her voice in songs. The recording, made in 2018 via WhatsApp, appeared in 'Solo de mí' and recently in 'EoO'. The plaintiff seeks compensation for violations of copyright and privacy rights in Puerto Rico.
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