Much of the debate has focused on what is possible under a commonwealth status.

In its place, he advocated commonwealth status for the territory.

Under the prevailing commonwealth status, however, economic growth is projected at a real annual rate of 2.5 to 4 percent.

Given that deal, many of us stateside might seek commonwealth status.

Oddly, preserving commonwealth status wouldn't even be on the ballot.

The voters' support for the enhanced commonwealth status faces other obstacles as well.

Almost 95 percent voted for either continuing commonwealth status or statehood.

However, the territory has still not achieved commonwealth status.

He was, as the fourth elected governor, in favor of adding more powers to the commonwealth status.

How can Commonwealth status be a better deal for the United States?