Politics

Pirated Versions of John Bolton Memoir Circulate Online, Gives Public a 'Free' Sneak Peek Ahead of Release

The former national security adviser's book, "The Room Where It Happened," gives readers a glimpse on the failed negotiations between the United States, North Korea, and Iran.

California Mayor and Sheriffs Refuse to Require Masks, Claims Governor's Order was 'Not Legitimate'

Several officials, including the mayor of Nevada City and sheriffs from Orange, Sacramento, and Fresno, claimed it was not the law enforcement officials' responsibility to impose the order.
U.S. President Donald Trump holds his first re-election campaign rally in several months in Tulsa, Oklahoma

Trump's Election Rally Sees Thousands of Empty Seats and New COVID-19 Infections as Cases Pass 10,000

Six of the campaign's staff members tested positive hours ahead of the rally where the crowd ignored face mask and social distancing guidelines.
A supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump gestures while wearing a mask outside the BOK Center, the venue for Trump's upcoming rally, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, US.

Trump Warns Protesters Ahead of His Tulsa Rally

U.S. President Donald Trump's campaign rally in Tulsa City will push through on Saturday after it received a go-signal from the Oklahoma Supreme Court, However, Trump issued a warning against protesters, who would go there that they could be treated roughly.

Oklahoma Court Says Trump Rally Attendees Not Required to Wear Masks Despite Rise in COVID-19 Cases

The Oklahoma Supreme Court rejected the request of local residents to require attendees of President Donald Trump's rally to follow coronavirus guidelines, claiming they were not able to establish a clear legal right to the relief they sought.

Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Effort to End DACA, Grants Relief to Undocumented Immigrants

The recent ruling challenges one of Trump's promises during his election campaign. However, the decision is only a stopgap measure, allowing the administration to request to cancel the program again.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg

Will Facebook Be Revising Its Stance on Political Ads?

Facebook is addressing the growing pressure over its refusal to fact-check political ads, saying they will be blocking political ads from foreign state media during the elections. CEO Mark Zuckerberg also announced his intention to help people register, vote, and be informed of the election results.
Supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump camp outside the BOK Center, the venue for his upcoming rally, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, US.

Petition to Stop Trump’s Tulsa Rally Denied despite Surge in COVID-19 Cases

A Tulsa judge denied a petition seeking to stop the upcoming campaign rally in this Oklahoman city. Residents and health experts worry about the possible spread of COVID-19 in the venue as many people would not be wearing face masks or keeping social distance.

Nearly 60,000 Now Missing in Mexico's Drug War, Relatives Demand Answers

The Mexican government's war against drugs and organized crime has led to the disappearance of more than 60,000 people. While some have been recovered, most were never found.

Former Security Adviser to Release Tell-All Book, May Include Details on Trump's Impeachment

The book, which is slated for release on June 23, is expected to include classified information on Trump's impeachment and other "international misconduct" by the administration.

Minneapolis Officer Charged with George Floyd's Murder Could Still Receive $1M Pension Even When Convicted

An analysis revealed the former Minneapolis police officer could receive over $50,000 a year--- part of which is paid by taxpayers.

US Teenager Killed by Officer with a Shotgun In Latest Display of Mexican Police Brutality

A 16-year-old footballer youth was shot and killed by a police officer while he was out to buy soft drinks for a gathering. His case sparked outrage following numerous reports of police abuse and brutality.
Donald Trump

Trump Finalizing Executive Order on Police Reforms

Donald Trump has announced that he is finalizing an executive order focusing on police reforms. (Photo : Reuters Connect) President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he is finalizing an executive order focusing on police reforms, particularly on the current professional standard on the use of force.
Republican Party Convention

Republican Party Convention to Take Place in Florida, North Carolina Refuses to Hold the Event

The Republican Party's Convention will be moved to Jacksonville, Florida in August since North Carolina has refused to hold the event..

US Federal Judge Challenges Trump's Administration After Stopping the Deportation of Honduras Teenager

The case is the first known challenge to the administration’s expulsion of immigrant children at the border which has turned away over 377 minors since late March.
U.S. elections 2020

Latino Vote 2020 Matters: Hispanic Groups Fight Voter Suppression As Election Nears

As the number of White Americans participating in the upcoming 2020 U.S. elections decline, efforts are allegedly being made to suppress the Latinos' right to vote.

ICE Forced Migrants to Eat Rotten Food and Clean COVID-Infected Detention Centers, Lawsuit Claims

The suit, which was filed in a federal court in Arizona, involves the collaborative effort by the Florence Project, the American Civil Liberties Union, and Perkins Coie.

Odette Ramos Wins Primary Race, May Become Baltimore's first Latina Council Member

Odette Ramos, 47, won the Democratic primary race for City Council District 14. Her victory sets her up to become the city's first Latina elected official should she secure a victory in the general elections.
Black Lives Matter

Ted Howze Urged to End Campaign for CA’s Congressional District over Provocative Comments on Social Media

The Latino Community Roundtable recently called for Ted Howze to stop campaigning for California's 10th Congressional District over provocative comments on his social media accounts that denigrate the Black Lives Matter movement, Muslims, Latinos, and others.

Trump Campaign Claims Snapchat Is Rigging 2020 Elections Following Removal from 'Discover' Page

The president's 2020 campaign manager, Brad Parscale, accused the platform of illegally using corporate funding to promote the opposition and suppress the United States president.
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