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La Fortaleza states Family Department controversies must be answered publicly quickly

La Fortaleza spokesperson says Suzanne Roig Fuertes must address official allegations publicly.

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Jean Peña Payano, La Fortaleza Public Affairs secretary, stated during a government press conference that Department of Family secretary Suzanne Roig Fuertes must respond publicly and quickly to allegations against her. [1][4][7] Seven minors were placed into permanent homes during this 2026 adoption event. [2] Allegations against Suzanne Roig Fuertes include claims of lying under oath, improper meetings with interested companies, and claiming unincurred expenses. [3] This adoption event brought the total number of adoptions completed by the Puerto Rico Department of the Family in 2026 to 122. [5][6]
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  1. Jean Peña Payano, La Fortaleza Public Affairs secretary, stated during a government press conference that Department of Family secretary Suzanne Roig Fuertes must respond publicly and quickly to allegations against her. · Metro Puerto RicoPuerto Rico
  2. Seven minors were placed into permanent homes during this 2026 adoption event. · elvocero.com
  3. Allegations against Suzanne Roig Fuertes include claims of lying under oath, improper meetings with interested companies, and claiming unincurred expenses. · Metro Puerto RicoPuerto Rico
  4. Jean Peña Payano stated the Department of Family submitted over 7000 documents related to the allegations on the prior Friday. · Metro Puerto RicoPuerto Rico
  5. The Puerto Rico Department of the Family held simultaneous adoption events across multiple regions of Puerto Rico in 2026. · elvocero.com
  6. This adoption event brought the total number of adoptions completed by the Puerto Rico Department of the Family in 2026 to 122. · elvocero.com
  7. Jean Peña Payano emphasized that public services from the Department of Family must continue uninterrupted during the review process. · Metro Puerto RicoPuerto Rico
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