Politics

Donald Trump Draws Fire for Proposing Muslim Database

Donald Trump once again stirred controversy on Thursday, when he reportedly proposed the creation of a federal database of Muslim residents of the United States.

Author, Marine Phil Klay Supports American Acceptance of Syrian Refugees on Social Media

U.S. Marine Phil Klay, author of the National Book Award-winning "Redeployment," wrote a series of post on Twitter, condemning efforts by Congress and other political figures to significantly heighten security measures against Syrian refugees attempting to enter the country.

Donald Trump on Ben Carson: Trump Takes Credit for Carson Campaign's 'Free Fall'

GOP presidential hopeful Donald Trump on Thursday declared that fellow front-runner Ben Carson was suffering a "free fall" and then went on to claim credit for his rival's alleged demise.

New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez Named Republican Governors Association Chair

New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez was selected Thursday to lead the Republican Governors Association though the 2016 election cycle.

Mexico Immigration Decline: Undocumented Mexican Immigrants Migrating Back to Mexico

The rate of undocumented immigrant Mexicans entering the U.S. has been decline for the last eight years.

Obama Immigration Executive Order: One Year Later: DAPA, DACA Expansion Delay Affects 5 Million Immigrants

It has been one year since President Barack Obama announced the Deferred Action for Parental Accountability (DAPA) and expansion of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.

Election 2016: Donald Trump Has Strong Lead in New Hampshire; Marco Rubio, Ben Carson Poll Second Place

2016 Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump continues to maintain a strong lead in New Hampshire according to recent polls.

Syrian Refugees in America: House Passes Bill to Restrict Refugees From Entering the US

The Republican-controlled House of Representatives passed a controversial bill on Thursday that would temporarily block Syrian refugees from entering the United States, despite President Barack Obama's promise to veto it.

Cruz, Rubio Shift Battle to National Security Policy

After their disagreement over immigration, presidential hopefuls Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz this week turned to matters of national security, but continued their headline-grabbing infighting.

Immigration Reform News: Labor Union, Pro-Immigration Group Team Up in Ad Campaign Targeting Republicans on Immigration

One of the largest labor unions in the country has partnered with a pro-immigration group in a new ad campaign that slams Republican presidential candidates who continue to promote anti-immigrant rhetoric.

Undocumented Immigrants vs. Illegal: San Diego County Swaps 'Undocumented Immigrant' in Legislature

San Diego County decided to alter the terminology used in its legal documents, changing "illegal immigrant" to "undocumented immigrant" on Tuesday.

NBC News President Calls Immigrants 'Illegals' During Hispanic Caucus Meeting

Latino lawmakers, who were upset over NBC’s choice to have polarizing presidential candidate Donald Trump recently host “Saturday Night Live,” have come away from a meeting with top executives from MSNBC and NBC News executives even more offended.

Republican Polls 2016: Donald Trump, Ben Carson Continue to Lead GOP Field in Bloomberg Poll

Retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson and real estate tycoon Donald Trump remain the two front-runners for the Republican Party's 2016 presidential nomination and continue to lead "establishment candidates" like former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz and Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, a new national poll revealed.

Latino Congressman's Legislation Calls for More Federal Funds for Pre-K Programs

Reports have indicated Latinos who attended prekindergarten (pre-k) education showed improved academic and social skills, and Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, is hoping to further expand pre-k funding.

Hillary Clinton SEIU Endorsement: Clinton Scores Massive Service Workers Union Support

Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton on Thursday scored a major endorsement from the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), a group that represents more than 1.9 million workers in the United States and Canada.

Ted Cruz vs. President Obama: 'Insult Me to My Face,' Says Cruz to Obama Over Syrian Refugees

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, confronted President Barack Obama on Wednesday after the Republican presidenti candidate was criticized for his Syrian refugees proposal.

Hillary Clinton ISIS Plan: Demcoratic Front-Runner Outlines Vision to Defeat Islamic State Militants

Democratic presidential front-runner Hillary Clinton outlined her vision to defeat the Islamic State militant group on Thursday morning.

Latino Voters in Key States View Donald Trump Negatively, Say He Is Hurting GOP

Not only has Donald Trump's anti-immigrant and xenophobic rhetoric grossly hurt his image among Latino voters, but it is also negatively affecting the way Latinos view the Republican Party as a whole.

Ben Carson Struggles to Grasp Foreign Policy, Advisers Say

Ben Carson's newfound status as a front-runner for the GOP's 2016 presidential nomination comes with some strings attached, and the retired neurosurgeon has had to put in long hours to catch up on the complexities of U.S. foreign policy.

Democratic 2016 Campaigns: Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders Battle Over Taxes, Health Care

Hillary Clinton is trying to cement her front-runner status in the race for the Democratic nomination by attacking her main rival, Bernie Sanders, on some of the key issues affecting the middle class.
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