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Thomas Rivera Schatz
President of the Senate of Puerto Rico
Profile
Thomas Rivera Schatz is the current President of the Senate of Puerto Rico, affiliated with the New Progressive Party. He began his third non-consecutive term on January 2, 2025. His career includes roles as a legal advisor, attorney, and former prosecutor, with previous terms as Senate President.
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Rivera_Schatz
- https://periodismoinvestigativo.com/2025/10/reckless-disregard-for-the-truth/
- https://pluralpolicy.com/app/person/5823
- https://www.legistorm.com/person/bio/242898/Thomas_Rivera_Schatz.html
- https://csg-erc.org/people/senator-thomas-rivera-schatz-president-of-the-senate-puerto-rico/
- https://aldianews.com/en/politics/policy/challenge-puerto-rico
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8P8gUD3cFBg
- Wikidata
Career Highlights
- Legal advisor, attorney, and former prosecutor
- Served as Senate President from 2016–2020
- Elected to the Senate on an at-large basis
Notable Initiatives
- Introduced Senate Bill 63 on January 2, 2025, which investigative reporting suggests would restrict access to public information
- Participated in public debate over Puerto Rico’s political status and governance after Hurricane Maria, including remarks on the island’s colonial situation
Details
Party
New Progressive Party (PNP)
Born
June 10, 1966 · New York City
Some personal facts are not corroborated by the provided sources.