Harris Visits Puerto Rico to Promote Solar Power Amid Protests Over Statehood and Middle East Policy
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Protesters in Puerto Rico burned American flags and protested Harris' visit, demanding the island become a state and supporting Palestinians in Gaza.
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Harris visited Puerto Rico to promote solar power infrastructure while the island still struggles with rebuilding the electrical grid after Hurricane Maria.
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Harris met with a local family and praised the resilience of Puerto Ricans in recovering from hurricane damage.
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Crowds were kept away from Harris' solar power event to prevent protestor interruptions.
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Demonstrators took to the streets, waving Puerto Rican and Palestinian flags and holding anti-Harris signs, including setting fire to American flags.