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Puerto Rico swears in new governor days after major blackout hit island

Jenniffer González Colón was sworn in as Puerto Rico's new governor amid public outrage over a recent blackout that affected 1.3 million customers.
The blackout, which occurred days before her inauguration, left over 600,000 residents without power during New Year's celebrations, according to Luma Energy.
González pledged to stabilize the island's fragile power grid and address its economic struggles, including a $70 billion public debt.
Her administration faces scrutiny as the blackout reignited calls for accountability regarding Luma Energy's role in the crisis.

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New Governor of Puerto Rico swears office days after the big blackout that hit the island

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