Leaked text messages from ex-Governor of Puerto Rico, Ricardo Rossello, contained offensive and derogatory language, and led to his withdrawl from office.

The resignation followed mass protests that lasted for weeks. The demonstrations were made worse by continuing outrage over the handling of Hurricane Maria.

“Americas Now” anchor Elaine Reyes sat down with the Mayor of Ponce, Puerto Rico, the second largest city in the island.

Mayor Maria Melendez discusses the political storm and the future of politics for the U.S. commonweath.