Former Senator Abel Nazario denied rumors that he is being considered to lead the Department of Consumer Affairs (DACO), a position that will be vacant when current Secretary Hiram Torres Montalvo resigns to take office as Mayor of Cataño. Nazario stated that he cannot hold public office due to a federal conviction, despite having a clean state record.
He called the rumors 'fake news' and claimed that people are spreading them on social media to cause harm. Nazario also denied having contracts with the current government or the New Progressive Party (PNP), stating that he is only collaborating with the governor on political matters. He emphasized that he is prepared to continue working in politics, having studied communication and holding a doctorate in the field. Nazario reiterated that he is not concerned about the comments and rumors surrounding him.