Puerto Rico’s disgraced governor to step down, but confusion over his succession 

The World

Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló steps down on Friday after massive protests. But the scandal that brought him down affects many in his administration, so it’s really not clear who will take over. The World’s host Marco Werman speaks with Jorge Schmidt Nieto, professor of political science at the University of Puerto Rico.  

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