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Puerto Rico Economic Development Secretary Sebastián Negrón resigned Tuesday alongside nearly a dozen senior officials, creating uncertainty around key government programs tied to tax incentives, manufacturing investment, and economic growth in the U.S. territory.
According to Bloomberg, Negrón stated that he and Governor Jenniffer González “no longer trust” each other, making it impossible for him to remain in the role. The sudden leadership changes have raised concerns about the future of Puerto Rico’s economic development strategy, especially programs focused on attracting wealthy investors, cryptocurrency entrepreneurs, and pharmaceutical manufacturers.
Among those leaving are officials responsible for Puerto Rico’s tax incentive initiatives, which have drawn high-net-worth individuals seeking favorable tax treatment. The incentives program has also played a major role in attracting crypto investors and digital asset businesses to the island in recent years.
The resignations also affect Puerto Rico’s near-shoring program, an initiative designed to encourage U.S. companies to move manufacturing operations closer to home. The effort gained momentum during former President Donald Trump’s push to strengthen domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on overseas supply chains.
Puerto Rico’s pharmaceutical sector has benefited significantly from these policies, with increased investment helping position the island as an important manufacturing hub for the United States. Analysts say the leadership shake-up could temporarily slow decision-making tied to investment projects and economic expansion efforts.
Negrón additionally accused the governor’s office of applying excessive influence over the Department of Economic Development and Commerce, including interference in internal investigations. However, he did not provide specific details regarding those claims.
The resignations come at a critical time for Puerto Rico’s economy as the island continues working to attract foreign investment, expand manufacturing opportunities, and strengthen its position as a competitive business destination in the Caribbean and U.S. market.
