Puerto Rico’s delegates called for the island to become a U.S. state. Here’s the context

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – AUGUST 20: Members of the Puerto Rico delegation cast their votes during the Ceremonial Roll Call of States on the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 20, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic Party supporters are gathering in Chicago, as current Vice President Kamala Harris is named her party’s presidential nominee. The DNC takes place from August 19-22. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)