I would pick somewhere else to visit in the Caribbean. DR does not sound too inviting for Americans.
Is there anywhere in that area that is?
I don’t know why it seems to have changed, but it has.
Each new generation of youths will see the visiting tourists in a different way. For some, envy and resentment override good employment opportunities. “Rasta-Lives-Matter-Mon!”
DR has beautiful beaches. Usually, if you stay at an All Inclusive there is no reason to go to the areas that cause the Travel Warning.
Been to Punta Cana a few times, always had a great time, no problems.
I wouldn’t go to Santo Domingo, however.