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A group advocating for the sovereignty of Puerto Rico has proposed to President Donald Trump to make the Caribbean island independent and turn it into an independent nation, which could result in a savings of $617.8 billion for U.S. taxpayers.
According to DailyMail.com, a seven-page draft of an "executive order" outlining a plan for the transition of Puerto Rico is already circulating in Congress and some agencies of the United States government.
The document is in the hands of Secretary of State Marco Rubio; Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard; White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles; and other high-ranking officials.
The draft, which appears to have been developed by an office in Congress alongside Puerto Rican secessionist leaders, proposes to disconnect the financial and security interests of Puerto Rico from those of the United States and sets a deadline of 21 months for ending birthright citizenship on the island. If the measure is adopted, those born there after December 31, 2026, will not be eligible for U.S. citizenship.
The text also mentions the creation of a Transition Fund for Puerto Rico, totaling 36 billion dollars annually over 20 years, to promote the country's economic independence. In the long term, the plan could result in savings of 617.8 billion for the United States, according to the calculations presented.
A Transition Executive Committee (CTE) should also be established to oversee the process, which will operate as part of the White House staff. At its head will be an Administrator appointed by Donald Trump, who must be a Puerto Rican residing in Puerto Rico.
"This solution ensures Puerto Rico's successful transition to sovereignty while upholding the 'America First' policy," the executive order project notes.
Despite the circulation of the draft, Trump has not expressed his support for the measure, and the White House has denied knowing its origins.
The proposal has generated mixed reactions. While some politicians reject the idea, viewing it as an imposition, the Secretary General of the Puerto Rican Independence Party, Juan Dalmau, described it as an "interesting development" and advocated for democratic decolonization.
In Puerto Rico, independence remains a minority option in popular referendums. In the non-binding vote of 2024, 58% of voters favored statehood, while only 11% supported independence. Gabriella Boffelli, the executive director of the Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Administration, denied the existence of a secret plan to force independence.
The future document is uncertain, but the discussion about Puerto Rico's political status remains a key issue in American politics.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Independence Proposal for Puerto Rico and Its Economic Impact
Why is the independence of Puerto Rico proposed?
The independence of Puerto Rico is proposed to reduce costs for American taxpayers by $617.8 billion. This proposal is under discussion in the United States Congress and aims to free the island from its current status as a U.S. territory, facilitating its transition to independence.
What is the content of the draft executive order regarding Puerto Rico?
The draft of the executive order contains a seven-page plan that outlines how the United States can assist Puerto Rico in its transition to independence. This document has been distributed among various members of Congress and some officials in the Trump administration, although the White House has not officially drafted it.
What is the relationship between this proposal and the cost-cutting policy of the Trump administration?
The proposal to grant independence to Puerto Rico aligns with the plan of Trump and Elon Musk to drastically reduce bureaucracy and government spending in the United States. This plan aims to save over 500 billion dollars in the federal budget by eliminating unnecessary regulations and making administrative cuts.
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