Puerto Rico seeks more funds, help from Congress post-Maria – The Seattle Times

Puerto Rico seeks more funds, help from Congress post-MariaThe Seattle TimesSAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico's governor is imploring U.S. Congress to increase federal funding and approve several measures to help the island recover from Hurricane Maria, saying that the U.S. territory is still struggling more than a …and more » us congress – Google News

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US President Trump visits Florida hospital in wake of school massacre as gunman seeks guilty plea to avoid death … – South China Morning Post

South China Morning Post US President Trump visits Florida hospital in wake of school massacre as gunman seeks guilty plea to avoid death …South China Morning Post“President Trump, Barron goes to school. Let's protect Barron. And let's also protect all these other kids,” she said Friday on CNN, her voice raising to a shout. “You need to help us, now. We need security now for all these children. We need action …US President Donald Trump made it easier for mentally ill people to get hold of gunsStuff.co.nz US President Donald…

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Bill in US Congress seeks vote on Puerto Rican statehood – Reuters

Washington Post Bill in US Congress seeks vote on Puerto Rican statehoodReutersSupporters describe Puerto Rico's relationship with the United States as a bilateral pact that allows the island some autonomy while enjoying being a part of the nation, but critics say it is a colony under the complete authority of the U.S. Congress …Puerto Rico delegate seeks vote to make US territory a stateWashington PostPedro Pierluisi, Puerto Rico Resident Commissioner, Pushes For Bill To Vote On …Latin Timesall 8 news articles » us congress – Google News

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