An investigation commissioned by the House of Representatives found 5 offenses that constitute grounds for impeachment. Gov. Rosselló would be the U.S. commonwealth's first governor to be impeached.
, the attorneys found Rosselló committed four serious offenses and one misdemeanor, including illicitly using public resources and services for partisan purposes, as well as allowing government officials and contractors to misuse public funds and time for non-government work.
In an afternoon press conference, Méndez Núñez told reporters that the only thing that would stop the process is if the governor resigns. If Rosselló steps down, then the report would be passed on to the relevant authorities. As of early evening on Wednesday, a large number of reporters were assembled at the door of the governor's mansion, waiting for what was expected to be a much earlier announcement from Rosselló or his aides about his future., had issued a statement reacting to rumors about the governor's possible resignation.," the statement read."We reiterate that any official communication will be shared with the media.
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