Pedro Pierluisi Urrutia is sworn in as governor at the Supreme Court

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Pedro Pierluisi Urrutia Urrutia was sworn in today, Saturday, as governor of Puerto Rico from the seat of the Supreme Court in an act that was not open to the public, but that formalizes his entry into office in the executive branch.

The activity was scheduled for 8:00 am and was led by Presiding Judge Maite Oronoz Rodriguez. The new president posted on his Twitter account the final part of his oath. The video shows his sister, Caritat Pierluisi, accompanying him.

“Very excited. I have already entrusted myself to the Lord. And again very eager to start working. Now the beginning of this new administration is formalized and as soon as I give my message, which is a message that I hope motivate our people to join these four years and make a difference, I am going to Fortaleza to work and issue executive orders so there is no time to waste, ”he said on arriving at the High Forum next to his family.

You can see the moment here:

At 10:30 a.m., the first executive will participate in a protocol inauguration in front of the Capitol.

The event in front of the House of Laws will be attended by 400 people. The conglomeration in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic has been criticized by doctors and health professionals. However, the team of the first executive noted that they follow the health protocols of the Department of Health.

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    Wanda Vázquez Garced was sworn in as governor of Puerto Rico on August 7, 2019, almost a week after the resignation of Ricardo Rosselló Nevares.

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    The then secretary of the Department of Justice took office by constitutional succession after the resignation of the then governor Ricardo Rosselló Nevares.

  • The former Women's Attorney and former prosecutor, in principle, has indicated that she did not want to take over the government after the resignation of Roussillon Nevares.

    The former Women’s Attorney and former prosecutor, in principle, has indicated that she did not want to take over the government after the resignation of Roussillon Nevares.

  • However, Vázquez Garced changed his mind after the Supreme Court ruled that Pedro Pierluisi Urrutia's appointment and oath as governor was unconstitutional.

    However, Vázquez Garced changed his mind after the Supreme Court ruled that Pedro Pierluisi Urrutia’s appointment and oath as governor was unconstitutional.

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    Vázquez Garced was accompanied by her husband, Jorge Reverón, and her daughter Beatriu.

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    Former resident commissioner Pedro Pierluisi Urrutia was sworn in as governor, following the resignation of Roussillon Nevares, on August 2, 2019, but following a challenge by the Senate, the Supreme Court ruled that the his appointment was unconstitutional and he could not hold office. (Supplied)

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    Ricardo Rosselló Nevares was sworn in as the 12th governor under the Constitution of the Associated Free State of Puerto Rico on January 2, 2017. The presiding judge of the Supreme Court, Maite Oronoz Rodríguez, was in charge of the oath.

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    Washington-based commissioner Jenniffer Gonzalez accompanied Roussillon Nevares during the ceremony held on the steps of the Capitol.

  • The family of Rosselló Nevares, including his wife, Beatriu, and the former governor Pere Rosselló González, were also present at the swearing-in and inauguration ceremony.

    The family of Rosselló Nevares, including his wife, Beatriu, and the former governor Pere Rosselló González, were also present at the swearing-in and inauguration ceremony.

  • Thousands of people accompanied Roussillon Nevares on his walk from the Capitol to the Fortress.

    Thousands of people accompanied Roussillon Nevares on his walk from the Capitol to the Fortress.

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    Rosselló Nevares, however, did not finish his four years in government, as the Telegram chat scandal led to protests that forced him to resign on June 24, 2019.

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    Alejandro García Padilla overtook Luis Fortuño, who was seeking a second term as governor, in the 2012 elections. The oath was held on January 2, 2013 at the Capitol.

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    García Padilla beat Fortuño in a quarrel.

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    Thousands of people came to the Capitol to witness the oath of office of Garcia Padilla.

  • The audience also accompanied him and his wife, Wilma Pastrana, on the traditional route from the Capitol to the Fortress.

    The audience also accompanied him and his wife, Wilma Pastrana, on the traditional route from the Capitol to the Fortress.

  • García Padilla thanks the people from one of the balconies of the Fortress.

    García Padilla thanks the people from one of the balconies of the Fortress.

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    The next day, the Symphony Orchestra performed a concert in honor of García Padilla.

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    Luis Fortuño Burset became the tenth governor under the ELA Constitution after being sworn in on January 2, 2009. (Jose R. Madera)

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    Fortuño Burset is congratulated by former governor Aníbal Acevedo Vilá.

  • Singer Marc Anthony with his then wife, singer and actress Jennifer Lopez, who attended the swearing-in ceremony of Fortuño Burset.

    Singer Marc Anthony with his then wife, singer and actress Jennifer Lopez, who attended the swearing-in ceremony of Fortuño Burset.

  • Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez were two of the most recognized figures who attended the ceremony.

    Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez were two of the most recognized figures who attended the ceremony. (Jose R. Madera)

  • As in previous ceremonies, the attendance of supporters of the Progressive New Party was massive.

    As in previous ceremonies, the attendance of supporters of the New Progressive Party was massive. (Carlos Giusti)

  • Governor Fortuño and his wife and family descend the steps of the Capitol to begin the walk to La Fortalesa.

    Governor Fortuño and his wife and family descend the steps of the Capitol to begin the walk to La Fortalesa.

  • Fortuño Burset greets the audience as they head towards La Fortalesa.

    Fortuño Burset greets the audience as they head towards La Fortalesa. (Carlos Giusti)

  • Aníbal Acevedo Vilá, winner in the elections of 2004, swears the 2 of January of 2005 in front of the Capitol.

    Aníbal Acevedo Vilá, winner in the elections of 2004, swears the 2 of January of 2005 in front of the Capitol.

  • Former governor Sila María Calderón greets Acevedo Vilá before the start of the swearing-in ceremony.

    Former governor Sila María Calderón greets Acevedo Vilá before the start of the swearing-in ceremony.

  • Acevedo Vilá became the ninth governor under the ELA Constitution.

    Acevedo Vilá became the ninth governor under the ELA Constitution.

  • Acevedo Vilá is congratulated by legislator Eduardo Bhatia.

    Acevedo Vilá is congratulated by legislator Eduardo Bhatia.

  • The ceremony was attended by a large number of people who voted for Acevedo Vilá and the Popular Democratic Party.

    The ceremony was attended by a large number of people who voted for Acevedo Vilá and the Popular Democratic Party. (J. ISMAEL FENANDEZ REYES)

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    On January 2, 200, Sila María Calderón Serra became the first woman to be elected governor of Puerto Rico. (J. ISMAEL FENANDEZ REYES)

  • Calderón Serra was accompanied by relatives and her daughter Sila María González Calderón.

    Calderón Serra was accompanied by relatives and her daughter Sila María González Calderón. (xavier j. araujo)

  • The governess is congratulated by her family after completing the swearing-in ceremony.

    The governess is congratulated by her family after completing the swearing-in ceremony. (J. ISMAEL FENANDEZ REYES)

  • The historic moment was witnessed, live, by thousands of people who came to the Capitol to participate in the swearing-in ceremony.

    The historic moment was witnessed, live, by thousands of people who came to the Capitol to participate in the swearing-in ceremony. (xavier j. araujo)

  • Sila María Calderón Serra greets the audience waiting to hear her first words after being sworn in as governor.

    Sila María Calderón Serra greets the audience waiting to hear her first words after being sworn in as governor. (J. ISMAEL FENANDEZ REYES)

  • Calderón Serra greets the public from one of the balconies of the Fortress.

    Calderón Serra greets the public from one of the balconies of the Fortress. (VANESSA SERRA)

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