Politics

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Linda Sanchez Announces Bid for House Democratic Caucus Vice Chair

Congressional Hispanic Congress (CHC) Chairwoman Linda Sanchez, D-Calif., announced her bid for the second-highest rank within the House Democratic Caucus.

Most Americans Oppose Trump's Muslim Ban; Republicans Split

Most Americans disagree with Donald Trump over the GOP front-runner's proposal to ban Muslims from entering the United States, but Republicans are split on the issue, a new poll revealed.

Muhammad Ali Defends Islam, Criticizes Donald Trump

One of the country's most renowned American Muslims, Muhammad Ali, spoke out Wednesday against a growing political anti-Islamic sentiment, particularly in respect to comments made by presidential candidate Donald Trump.

Presidential Polls 2016: Millennial Democrats Support Bernie Sanders

Although Hillary Clinton has maintained a strong lead over Bernie Sanders throughout the Democratic presidential primary race, a new poll shows the Vermont senator has won over the majority of young Democrats.

Donald Trump on Immigration: Only Undocumented Latinos Dislike Trump, but They Don't Matter, Says Adviser

Donald Trump's controversial comments about Hispanics have had an impact among undocumented immigrants - but not those Latinos who hold legal status in the United States, a close adviser to the Republican Party's presidential front-runner claimed this week.

Michelle Obama Rap Song With Jay Pharaoh Encouraging Kids to Go to College

First Lady Michelle Obama is showing off her rap skills in a new video featuring "Saturday Night Live" star Jay Pharoah that encourages kids to go to college.

Immigration Reform News: O'Malley Calls Out Clinton, Sanders on Indecisive Immigration Platforms

Democratic presidential candidate Martin O’Malley conveyed his message of ending immigrant detention centers in Arizona on Thursday, while also hitting back at Donald Trump’s latest rhetoric toward immigrants.

Puerto Rico Debt Crisis: Senate Republicans Present Puerto Rico Relief Bill

U.S. Senate Republicans presented a bill that would allocate $3 billion in federal assistance to help dig Puerto Rico out of its massive $72 billion debt crisis.

New Argentine Leader Mauricio Macri Sworn Into Office

Mauricio Macri, the new right-leaning leader of Argentina, has just been been sworn in, putting an end of to a dozen years of what has been dubbed “Kirchnerism,” a time typified by widespread social programs and large government spending.

Evenwel v. Abbott: Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders Urge Supreme Court to Protect Equal Representation for Latinos

Following the U.S. Supreme Court oral arguments for the Evenwel v. Abbott case, which may affect non-eligible voters’ representation, the Democratic presidential candidates have called on the highest court to make the right call.

Senate Judicial Confirmation Vote for Judge Luis Felipe Restrepo Set for January 2016

After more than a year in limbo, the Senate judicial confirmation vote for Judge Luis Felipe Restrepo is officially set for early 2016.

Rupert Murdoch Endorses Donald Trump’s Muslim Ban, Says to Give Christians Special Treatment

Although many members of the conservative Republican Party have publicly condemned presidential candidate Donald Trump over calling for a ban of all Muslims entering the U.S., Fox News chairman and CEO Rupert Murdoch agreed on the controversial statement.

Donald Trump on Muslims: Russell Simmons Urges Trump to Stop Muslim Ban Madness

Russell Simmons called out friend of 30-years Donald Trump in an open letter, in which he took the candidate to task over his recent proposal to have all Muslims banned from the U.S.

Immigration News 2015: Latino Leaders, Immigrant Children Call for Family Detention Closures

Latino leaders and children gathered in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday to once again call for the end of family detention.

Top Facebook Topics: Donald Trump, 2016 Race, Paris Attacks Listed as Most Discussed Topics in 2015

A new report reveals that the U.S. 2016 presidential race was the most talked about topic in the world on Facebook in 2015, while President Barack Obama topped the list of most discussed politicians across the globe.

Immigration Reform News: Government to Open More Detention Centers After Surge of Unaccompanied Children

The Obama administration is preparing to house over 5,000 undocumented children who crossed the U.S.-Mexico border last month, mainly in search of refuge from a spike of violence taking place in Central America.

Supreme Court Reviews Affirmative Action Case

The U.S. Supreme Court reviewed a case Wednesday that could deal a detrimental blow to college affirmative action practices.

2016 Democratic Race: Bernie Sanders Scores Major Endorsement From Working Families Party

Sen. Bernie Sanders received a major endorsement for his bid in the Democratic presidential race on Tuesday from the Working Families Party.

Laquan McDonald, Chicago Police Department Investigation: Chicago Reps. Invite AG Lynch to Visit City

Following the U.S. Department of Justice's announcement that it will investigate the Chicago Police Department, Democrat Illinois Reps. Luis Gutierrez and Robin Kelly have invited Attorney General Loretta Lynch to also visit the city.

Visa Waiver Reforms: Bill Enhancing Visas Waivers Gets Bipartisan Latino Support, Passes House Vote

The House of Representatives passed legislation that would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to strengthen the U.S. visa waiver program.