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Mitt Romney 2016 Election: Potential GOP Presidential Candidate Admits Lessons Learned from 2012 Bid

As a prepares for a potential third run for the White House, Mitt Romney on Wednesday told students at Mississippi State University what lessons he learned from his loss to President Obama.

Marco Rubio Wants Expanded, Permanent US Surveillance; Rep. Jared Polis Calls For 24-Hour Surveillance on Rubio

By Paola Hernández
A House of Representatives Democrat wants Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., under 24-hour surveillance after the Florida Senator called for a permanent extension of the U.S. surveillance program.

Immigration Executive Actions Plan: US Immigration Agents Instructed to Identify Detained Undocumented Immigrants' Deferred Action Eligibility

By Paola Hernández
Under President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions, U.S. immigration agents have been instructed to ask apprehended undocumented immigrants if they might qualify for his deferred action programs.

Hezbollah Kills Israel Soldiers Near Lebanon: Spain UN Peacekeeper Killed in Battle

By Paola Hernández
A U.N. peacekeeper from Spain was killed Wednesday, along with two Israeli soldiers in an exchange of fire between Hezbollah and Israel that took place in southern Lebanon.

Republican and Democrat Senators Introduce Bill Allowing US Citizens to Travel, Bank in Cuba

By Paola Hernández
Senators will introduce legislation on Thursday ending restrictions on U.S. travel to Cuba. Senators will introduce legislation on Thursday ending restrictions on U.

California Mayor Gary Phillips Tries to Close Boyd Memorial Park to 'Drive Away' Homeless Who 'Have Their Methamphetamine'

By Paola Hernández
Arguing that many of the homeless people in his city have no interest in improving their lot in life, San Rafael, California Mayor Gary Phillips has moved to close a city park where many of the most downtrodden have been residing. In moving to close Boyd Memorial Park for at least a month, Phillips readily admits his long-term goal is "to drive away the homeless population" that has come to call the area home.

Prosecutor Alberto Nisman Iran Report: Jewish in Argentina Skip Holocaust Remembrance Day 2015 in Protest of Argentine President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner

By Paola Hernández
A week after the mysterious death of prosecutor Alberto Nisman, a man who was investigating the 1994 bombing of a Jewish center in Buenos Aires, Jewish groups in Argentina have decided to boycott the government's Holocaust commemorations.

2 Chainz for Mayor: 'Dresser' Rapper Plans to Run in College Park, Georgia Election; Current Incumbent Jack Longino Responds

By Paola Hernández
After topping the charts with hits like "Birthday Song" and "No Lie," 2 Chainz has announced that he now aspires to run for political office.

Rick Perry Interview: Former Texas Governor Promises 2016 Presidiential Campaign 'Announcement' by June Amid Felony Charges

By Paola Hernández
Former Texas governor and potential 2016 GOP presidential hopeful Rick Perry appears headed for trial on abuse of power charges after a judge refused to drop charges against him on constitutional grounds.

Immigration Executive Action News: Boehner Suggests Lawsuit Against Obama's Immigration Executive Actions

By Paola Hernández
Speaker of the House John Boehner announced plans to sue President Barack Obama on his Nov. 20 immigration executive actions.

Jeb Bush on Immigration: Wants To 'Politely Ask' Unwelcomed Undocumented Immigrants to Leave US

By Paola Hernández
Potential Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush has come under fire for recent remarks he made about undocumented immigrants in the U.S, saying the nation should ask 40 percent of its undocumented immigrant population to "politely leave" the country.

2016 Presidential Election Candidates Poll: Hillary Clinton Gets Double-Digit Advantage Against Gov. Chris Christie Among New Jersey Residents

By Paola Hernández
Fellow Garden State residents have viewed a potential presidential bid by New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie as “unpopular.”

University Tuition Prices: President Barack Obama Drops Tax 529 College Savings Plans Proposal Because It's a 'Distraction'

By Paola Hernández
After facing tough criticism from middle class parents, Republicans and top Democrats, President Barack Obama decided to scrap his proposal to start taxing college savings accounts known as 529 plans.

Obamacare Second Open Enrollment Deadline Update: 9.5 Million People Enrolled on Federal, State-Based Insurance Platforms

By Paola Hernández
With less than three weeks before the second open enrollment period of the Health Insurance Marketplace concludes, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) revealed 2.5 million enrollees are mostly millennials.

Sarah Palin Attacks 'The O'Reilly Factor' Host Bill O'Reilly and Fox News Channel for Mocking Her Chances at the 2016 Presidential Election on 'Hannity' [Watch]

By Paola Hernández
Sarah Palin is warring with members of the news media again. Only this time, she's taking aim at colleague Bill O'Reilly and her Fox News employer.

Sheldon Silver Corruption Case: Speaker to Resign From New York State Assembly Office, Joseph Morelle to Fill In

By Paola Hernández
New York Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver announced on Tuesday night that he will resign from his speaker position.

FCC vs ISPs: Upcoming Net Neutrality Vote a Moment of Truth, or Just the Beginning of Another Fight?

By Paola Hernández
About one month from now on February 26, the Federal Communications Commission will vote on new Open Internet rules that govern Internet Service Providers. But what looks like the moment of truth for Net Neutrality debate may be just the beginning of more quarrelling between ISPs and the FCC.

Immigration Executive Action Lawsuit Update: Nevada Joins Opposition Despite Growing Latino Population

By Paola Hernández
Two more states have joined a multi-state coalition to sue President Barack Obama's latest immigration executive actions.

Fidel Castro on US, Cuba Policy: Distrust with US Still Exists, No Involvement in Renewed Diplomatic Relations

By Paola Hernández
More than a month after U.S. President Barack Obama and Cuba President Raul Castro announced the renewed diplomatic relations between the two countries, former Cuban leader Fidel Castro has finally commented on the developments.

Caribbean Energy Summit 2015: US Announce Investments in Energy Security for Caribbean Countries During First-Ever DC Summit

By Paola Hernández
The Obama administration recently hosted the first Caribbean Energy Security Summit to support the region's improved governance, access to finance and increased donor coordination for the energy sector.
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