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Drive-By Shooting Takes Place Outside of Delaware Home of Vice President Joe Bide, Wife Dr. Jill Biden

Secret Service officials say that a speeding vehicle drove by Vice President Joe Biden's residence in Delaware Saturday night and fired multiple gun shots, although no one was hurt.

2016 Presidential Election: Mitt Romney Gives Presidential Run 'Serious Consideration,' Says 'Conservative Principles' Needed Post-Obama

By Paola Hernández
Although Mitt Romney has adamantly denied wanting to make a third attempt at running for president, the former Massachusetts governor gave more signals he is giving the 2016 presidential race "serious consideration."

Congress 2015 News: Latino Presence Grows in New Congress, But Legislators Still Disproportionately White, Says New Study

By Paola Hernández
The 114th Congress, just getting underway in Washington, DC to kick off 2015, has the strongest Latino representation ever on Capitol Hill; yet, despite the increased diversity, Congress still has a disproportionately white representation in comparison to the rapidly changing U.S. population, a new study states.

Immigration Executive Action Update: Immigration Debate Is 'Our Selma' and Latest Civil Rights Movement, Says Rep. Luis Gutierrez

By Paola Hernández
The education of President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions continued in New Jersey, part of Rep. Luis Gutierrez's, D-Ill., tour on the issue Republicans are trying to block.

Immigration News Today: Mexico Consulates Offer Birth Certificates for Undocumented Immigrants, Could Benefit Obama's DACA, DAPA Programs

By Paola Hernández
More than 12 million Mexican nationals living abroad are now able to receive their birth certificates without traveling back home, which is a move that could benefit President Barack Obama's deferred action programs.

Immigration Executive Action Lawsuit 2015: Texas Judge Hears Arguments on Obama's Executive Action, Immigrant Rights Group Concerned About Judge

By Paola Hernández
A federal judge has been selected and heard oral arguments regarding a lawsuit against President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions.

Immigration News in NY: Queens Is Top NYC Borough With Undocumented Immigrants Eligible for DACA, DAPA Programs

By Paola Hernández
More than half a million undocumented immigrants are living within the five boroughs of New York City, but slight more than 230,000 are eligible for the deferred action programs created by President Barack Obama.

US, Cuba Relations 2015: Treasury, Commerce Departments Publish New Amendments, Regulations for Renewed Diplomatic Relations

By Paola Hernández
The U.S. Department of Commerce and Treasury Department announced the regulatory amendments for the renewed diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Cuba.

Immigration News 2015: Immigrant Detention Center in Dilley, Texas Reveals Language Barriers, High Costs

By Paola Hernández
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) visited and disclosed details of the newest and largest immigrant detention center for undocumented women and children.

President Obama to Host Oprah, David Oyelowo for White House Movie Screening of 'Selma'?

By Paola Hernández
Rumor has it that President Obama plans to host a screening of the civil rights film “Selma” at the White House on Friday. Inside sources reportedly say that the film’s cast and crew are invited to the movie viewing as we kick off the Martin Luther King Day weekend.

Immigration Reform News 2015: White House, Customs & Border Protection Criticize House Republicans on Immigration Executive Actions Overturn

By Paola Hernández
The White House criticized Republicans of the House of Representatives for complicating efforts to fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the implementation of President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions.

Obama's Call for Unhampered Municipal Broadband Puts FCC at the Center of New Internet Debate

By Paola Hernández
Beyond Net Neutrality, the FCC has a new issue putting it in right in the middle of the political crosshairs, after President Obama called on states to loosen restrictions on municipal broadband.

Ohio Bartender Michael Hoyt Plans John Boehner's Assassination After Blaming the House Speaker for Ebola, Getting Him Fired

By Paola Hernández
Michael Robert Hoyt, a former bartender from Ohio was arrested after he threatened to assassinate John Boehner. He believed the speaker of the house to be the devil and the cause of Ebola.

The Republican National Committee Moves Up Date for 2016 National Convention: Party to Choose Next Presidential Nominee in Cleveland, Ohio

By Paola Hernández
Republicans hoping to take back the White House will head to Ohio early to crown their presidential nominee. The notoriously Democratic city will host the GOP's four-day national convention starting July 18, 2016.

Beyonce Knowles and Jay Z News: Mike Huckabee Blasts Barack and Michelle Obama for Letting Daughters Malia, Sasha Listen to 'Flawless' Singer

By Paola Hernández
Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee has unleashed more criticism towards Beyoncé. The potential 2016 presidential candidate slammed President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama for being bad parents because they let their daughters listen to the star's music.

Chris Christie Possible GOP Presidential Candidate: State of the State Address Recognizes America's 'Problem' While His Job Approval Rating Declines

By Paola Hernández
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie delivered his State of the State address, and his speech could further ignite speculation of a presidential election run.

Affordable Care Act Summary 2015: 'ACA is Working,' Says HHS Secretary As Push Gets Underway for Latinos and Health Coverage

By Paola Hernández
With one month remaining for the second open enrollment period of the Federally Facilitated Marketplace and State-Based Marketplaces mandated by the Affordable Care Act (ACA), efforts are underway to encourage the Latino community to enroll for health insurance.

Immigration Executive Action Update: DC Attorney General Karl Racine, 12 States Ask Federal Court to Uphold Obama's Executive Actions

By Paola Hernández
While nearly half of the U.S. states have filed the paperwork to sue President Barack Obama regarding his immigration executive actions, other states and Washington, D.C. have joined to support the deferred actions for undocumented immigrants.

Immigration Executive Actions Plan: House Approves DACA Funding Cuts for Homeland Security Bill

By Paola Hernández
Democrats in the House of Representatives are hoping for the U.S. Senate's help to deny the GOP's recent efforts to defund President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions.

Virginia Voters Elect Independent Joseph Morrisey to General Assembly Despite Sex Scandal With Teen Receptionist

By Paola Hernández
Virginia voters on Tuesday returned a state lawmaker to the General Assembly after he had stepped down in the wake of a sex scandal involving a teenage employee.
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