Puerto Rico's La Parguera Controversy: Legal Battle Intensifies with Federal Involvement

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – A long-standing controversy surrounding alleged illegal construction and environmental violations in La Parguera has escalated, drawing national attention and federal scrutiny. The case, which involves properties owned by the in-laws of Governor Jennifer González, has seen a series of legal and political developments. The former Secretary of the Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (DRNA), Anaís Rodríguez, who initiated investigations into the matter, was recently cited by the Department of Justice. This citation followed a period of intense public debate and protests, notably led by Senator Eliezer Molina, concerning the handling of the environmental complaints. Sources indicate that the current DRNA Secretary, Waldemar Quiles, had previously archived the cases related to these properties, a move that fueled public outcry and prompted the federal referral. The ongoing legal proceedings are expected to shed further light on the allegations and the actions taken by various government officials.