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Senate Confirms First Latina to Federal Court of Appeals, Latino Judge Luis Felipe Restrepo Awaits Confirmation Vote

The U.S. Senate voted and approved the first Latina to serve on the Federal Circuit Court, but one other Latino nominee still awaits his confirmation vote amidst political gridlock.

Jeb Bush 2016 Campaign: 'People Need to Work More Hours' Comment Clarified But Risks Latino Vote

Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush raised some eyebrows on Wednesday when he suggested people should “work more hours” to improve the country’s economy.

Immigration Reform News: Fifth Circuit Court's DACA, DAPA Hearing Attracts Immigrant Rights Leaders, Protesters

Immigrant rights advocates are set to make their presence known in New Orleans as the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court hears arguments on President Barack Obama's deferred action programs' legality.

Immigration News Today: Congressman Luis Gutierrez Says Donald Trump 'Missing the Point' on Immigration

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's anti-Mexican remarks were addressed at the House of Representatives on Thursday morning. While addressing from the House floor, U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez, D-Ill., went on to discuss the vulnerability undocumented immigrants encounter and reiterated the need for immigration reforms.

Donald Trump Comments: 'I Will Win the Latino Vote' Despite Anti-Mexican Remarks

Following disparaging remarks toward Mexicans and undocumented immigrants, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump was confident he would win the Latino vote.

Congressman Joe Heck: What Latinos Need to Know About GOP Candidate Seeking Harry Reid's Senate Seat

For U.S. Latino registered voters, the top issues include education, economy and immigration, and for Latino Nevadans, the next elected official with a complimentary track record. One politician who will engage for the Latino vote is Rep. Joseph Heck, R-Nevada, who confirmed his Senate bid to succeed Democratic Sen. Harry Reid’s seat.

WWE SmackDown Spoilers, Results for July 9, 2015: Paul Heyman Confronts Seth Rollins, Will Brock Lesnar Appear?

"WWE SmackDown" landed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for its latest tapings, and while Brock Lesnar does not appear, his advocate Paul Heyman was on the show.

Martin O'Malley's Education Plan Calls for Refinancing of Student Loans, Tuition Freeze at Public Colleges

With college students graduating with skyrocketing loan debts, Democratic presidential candidate Martin O'Malley announced his plan to provide relief for American students. O'Malley, former governor of Maryland, stated U.S. families are burdened with the $1.3 trillion in outstanding student loan debt, and proposed a national goal for all students to have access to debt-free college education at any in-state public college or university.

Amid Growing Latino Presence, Dominican Americans Seek Dominican-Focused Civic Advocacy Groups

While the Latino vote continues to gain momentum into the 2016 election season, candidates must remember the electorate is diverse, and one growing group is Dominican American.

Joe Heck Senate Campaign: Republican Announces Senate Bid, Record for Latinos, Women Is Questioned

Acknowledging his mother's history as an immigrant, Rep. Joe Heck, R-Nevada, announced his U.S. Senate bid to succeed Sen. Harry Reid's, D-Nevada, seat.

Puerto Rico News: Democratic Congressmen Working on Bills Granting Commonwealth Chapter 9 Benefits

With Puerto Rico facing $70 billion of debt, U.S. congressional lawmakers are attempting to introduce legislation granting the commonwealth to file for Chapter 9 bankruptcy.

Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez on Becoming Windy City's Gay Latino Politician

With the formation of Chicago's first Gay Caucus, and involvement with the city's Latino Caucus, Alderman Raymond Lopez has focused his first city council term to raise issues of awareness on all levels of government for Latinos, LGBT and African American communities.

Republican Congressman Joe Heck Introduces Bill Expanding Grant Dollars for 'Hispanic Serving Institutions'

U.S. Rep. Joe Heck, R-Nevada, received bipartisan support for legislation issuing grant funding for "Hispanic serving" medical institutions.

Democratic Presidential Candidate Martin O'Malley to Deliver NCLR Keynote

Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley, a Democratic presidential candidate, will deliver the keynote address at the National Council of La Raza's (NCLR) annual conference.

BREAKING NEWS: Walter Reed Hospital in Shutdown, Unconfirmed Reports of Shots Fired

The U.S. Navy has alerted the Naval Support Activity Bethesda is currently on lockdown due to unconfirmed reports of an active shooter.

University of California Admits Record Number of Latinos For Second Consecutive Year

The University of California has accepted more Latino students than white students for the second consecutive year. The admittance rate of Latino students appeared to be a reflection to California's racial diversity, as Latino children comprise of the majority of public school students in the state.

Immigration News Today: Unaccompanied Immigrant Minor Detention Falls By Half Compared to 2014

The rate of unaccompanied undocumented immigrant minors entering the U.S. has fallen by more than 50 percent.

Puerto Rico Debt Crisis: Declining Population, Jobs in Mainland US Linked to Island's Troubles

Puerto Rico is $70 billion in debt, and their trouble continues with a declining population. Puerto Rico is $70 billion in debt, and their trouble continues with a declining population.

Salomon Melgen, Friend to Sen. Bob Menendez, Granted Bond in Alleged Medicare Fraud Case

A federal judge approved bond for a Florida eye doctor in connection to alleged corruption charges with Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J.

Immigration Reform News Today: Immigrant Leaders to Confront ICE During DAPA Court Hearing

Immigrant rights advocates announced they will protest in support of a deferred action program while outside an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office.

Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery Launches 'One Life: Dolores Huerta' Honoring the Civil Rights Icon

The Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery launched its latest exhibition, and it features civil and human rights icon Dolores Huerta. The "One Life: Dolores Huerta" exhibition opened on July 3 in Washington, D.C.,

US Cuba Relations 2015: Marco Rubio, Latino Politicians Rail Against US Embassy Reopening in Cuba

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry confirmed he will visit Cuba to formally reopen America's embassy in Havana. Some Latino politicians are not thrilled with the policy announcement.

US Jobs Report June 2015: Latino Unemployment Rate Slips to 6.6 Percent But Millions Not Job Searching

The U.S. and Latino unemployment rate slipped based on May's jobs data. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), an agency within the U.S. Department of Labor, announced the overall unemployment rate decreased to 5.3 percent as 223,000 jobs were added.

2016 Election Polls: Democratic Voter Turnout in Trouble as Millennials Show Lack of Interest

Democratic presidential candidates need to give their voters a reason to turnout and vote. A new report found lack of enthusiasm and interest among Democratic voters, including millennials and unmarried women.

US, Cuba Relations Today: US Embassy in Cuba Opens This Summer, John Kerry to Raise American Flag

President Barack Obama officially announced the reestablishment of diplomatic relations with Cuba and the reopening of respective embassies.
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