'March of the people': Puerto Rico expects largest protest calling for Gov. Rosselló's resignation

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'March of the people': Puerto Rico expects largest protest calling for Gov. Rosselló's resignation
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LIVE: After Gov. Rosselló's refusal to resign, thousands gather in San Juan to partake in what could be the largest protest in Puerto Rico’s history.

Puerto Rican artists Ricky Martin and René Pérez Joglar, known as Residente, confirmed on Sunday night that they would be attending Monday's march and rally, days after rallying hundreds of thousands in protest.

Other Puerto Rican artists such as Bad Bunny, Tommy Torres, Kanny García and Olga Tañón are also joining Monday's rally.

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