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House Democrats Nominate Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard as Top Democrat on Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee; First Latina to Hold Role

Democrats have recommended one of their own to become the first Latina to serve as a Ranking Member or Chair on an appropriations subcommittee in the House of Representatives.

Sheldon Silver Lawyers Deny 'Meritless' Corruption Charges: NY Politicians Ask New York State Assembly Speaker to Resign From Office

By Paola Hernández
New York State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver turned himself in to federal authorities Thursday morning on charges of corruption and bribery.

State of the Union 2015 Address Update in Boise, Idaho: President Obama Promotes 'Middle-Class Economics' Agenda During Post-SOTU Address

By Paola Hernández
As stated during the State of the Union on Tuesday, President Barack Obama began to travel across the U.S. to promote his "middle-class economics" plan. His first stop was Boise, Idaho.

Governor Greg Abbott Tries to Woo Texas Latinos, Talks Little About Immigration, Reform During Inauguration Speech

By Paola Hernández
New Texas Gov.. Greg Abbott continued his efforts to woo the state's growing Latino population during his inauguration speech on Tuesday.

US, Cuba Relations Update: Restoring Diplomatic Ties, Embassies Continue in Bilateral Talks; Differences Remain on Immigration

By Paola Hernández
The United States and Cuban officials are on their second day of diplomatic talks in the island, which will include plans to reopen embassies at their respective capitals.

State of the Union Address Speech: Michelle Obama Wears Michael Kors at State of the Union Address

By Paola Hernández
Not all eyes were on President Obama during last night's State of the Union address as fashion writers across the globe took note that his wife, Michelle Obama, opted to wear a Michael Kors suit for the event.

State of the Union 2015 Address Response: National Groups Respond to Obama on Immigration, Economy, Climate Change and Racial Inequality

By Paola Hernández
President Barack Obama's State of the Union focused heavily on the country's economy, and national organizations are responding to his proposals.

2015 State of the Union Address: Five Things We Learned From the State of the Union

By Paola Hernández
While the economy received a strong emphasis during Tuesday’s State of the Union speech, education, immigration, terrorism and cyber security were addressed – albeit briefly.

2016 Presidential Election News: Mitt Romney Responds to 2015 SOTU by President Obama, Explains How Next Run for President Would Be Different

By Paola Hernández
The 2012 Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney responded to President Barck Obama's State of the Union Address Tuesday via his Facebook page, adding fuel to the rumors that he is going to run for president yet again in 2016.

2016 Presidential Election Candidates, Odds & Poll: Vice President Joe Biden Says He May Challenge Hillary Clinton

By Paola Hernández
Hillary Clinton's eternal front-runner status apparently is not scaring Vice President Joe Biden, who on Wednesday told ABC News that he is not ruling out a White House run in 2016. "Yes, there is a chance" he might challenge Clinton, the vice president noted.

Cecilia Abbott Becomes Texas' First Hispanic First Lady: Latina Leader Praises Governor Husband Greg Abbott, Promises to Help Senior Citizens

By Paola Hernández
Cecilia Abbott, the wife of new Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, made history on Tuesday when she became the first Latina First Lady of Texas.

State of the Union 2015 Address Review: Obama Focuses on Heavy 'Middle-Class Economics'; Cuba Policy, Immigration Briefly Addressed

By Paola Hernández
The U.S. economy was a major focus for President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address. From the start, Obama said the country’s economy is growing, creating jobs at the fastest pace since 1999 and the unemployment rate lower than before the 2008 financial crisis.

Most Americans Feel Congress Is Not Prepared to Prevent 'Imminent' Terrorist Attack on US Soil: Poll

By Paola Hernández
A new poll released on Tuesday reveals that recent world events have cast a spotlight on the importance of foreign policy for the current administration. A majority of Americans admit that they are living in fear of a terrorist attack on U.S. soil that they feel is imminent and have also expressed concern that Congress is incapable of keeping the country safe from such a threat.

Obama Job Approval Rating 2015: President Obama's Job Approval Ratings Improve Ahead of State of the Union Address

By Paola Hernández
Ahead of his State of the Union address, President Barack Obama's job approval ratings have increased.

State of the Union 2015 Guests: DACA Recipient, Cuban Dissidents to Attend State of the Union Address

By Paola Hernández
The 2015 State of the Union address Tuesday will include Latino guests of honor from different walks of life.

ISIS News Update: Arizona Senator John McCain Recommends More Special Forces, Troops to Fight Islamic State

By Paola Hernández
Arizona Sen. John McCain has called for more ground troops to battle Islamic State terrorists. He says that the bombing campaign has not worked.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Announces 2015 Plan to Increase NYC and State Minimum Wage

By Paola Hernández
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced plans to submit a proposal for a minimum wage increase on Sunday, Jan. 18. He aims to raise New York City's minimum wage to $11.50 an hour and $10.50 an hour for the rest of the state by 2016.

State of the Union 2015 Address: Rep. Carlos Curbelo to Deliver Spanish-Language Republican Response

By Paola Hernández
The Republican Party has selected a Cuban American freshman congressman to deliver the GOP’s State of the Union rebuttal in Spanish Tuesday night. Speaker of the House John Boehner, R-Ohio, announced Rep. Carlos Curbelo, R-Fla., would deliver the Spanish-language address.

State of the Union 2015 Address: Republican Response by Sen. Joni Ernst: Who She Is, What To Expect from GOP Tonight

By Paola Hernández
Freshman Sen. Joni Ernst from Iowa is set to deliver the Republican Party's response to President Barack Obama's State of the Union address Tuesday night.

US, Cuba Relations 2015: US Likely to Keep Guantanamo Bay Despite Detainee Transfers, Renewed Relations with Cuba

By Paola Hernández
With the U.S. and Cuba normalizing its diplomatic relations, President Barack Obama is expected to comment on its progress, however, the future with the Guantanamo Bay prison facility remains shrouded.
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