Name one of the U.S. territories.

Puerto Rico is one of the U.S. territories, which means it is not a state but is under the jurisdiction of the United States. This territory has its own government and local laws, yet it is subject to federal laws enacted by Congress. It has a unique status that allows its residents to be U.S. citizens while not having all of the same privileges as those living in the states, particularly regarding voting in federal elections. The distinction of being a territory also means Puerto Rico has its own cultural identity, economy, and social system, while still being an integral part of the United States.

Washington, D.C. is not a territory but the federal district, serving as the nation’s capital. California and New York are both states within the United States, with their own governments and representation in Congress.