Dr. Salomon Melgen, Friend of Sen. Bob Menendez, in Jail; Deemed "Flight Risk" Over Alleged Medicare Fraud

Dr. Salomon Melgen, a close-friend to U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., is sitting in jail after prosecutors alleged the eye doctor is a flight risk.

New Figures: All U.S. Undocumented Immigrants Could Contribute $2.2 Billion in Taxes Per Year

The 11.4 million undocumented immigrants living in the U.S. provide billions of dollars for local, state and federal taxes, based on a new study. According to a non-profit organization, tax contributions by undocumented immigrants would increase if immigration reform policies were approved.

Immigrant Rights Advocates to Rally at DACA, DAPA Fifth Circuit Court Hearing

The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals is set to hold a hearing on President Barack Obama's Nov. 20, 2014, immigration executive actions, and pro-immigration groups are set to make their voices heard.

Amanda Renteria Officially Becomes National Political Director for Hillary Clinton Campaign

With Hillary Clinton officially on the presidential campaign trail, Amanda Renteria has been tapped as Clinton's national political director.

Not Voting on Immigration Reform Will Be GOP's 'Biggest' Mistake, Says Rep. Luis Gutierrez

Ahead of the court hearing about President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions, U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez, D-Ill., said not voting on comprehensive immigration reform will be the "biggest and most consequential political mistakes" for the Republican Party.

New Report From White House Task Force Reveals Plan to Improve Immigrant Integration

The White House Task Force has released a new strategic action plan detailing a course of action geared towards improving immigrant and refugee integration in the U.S.

WWE SmackDown Spoilers, Results for April 16, 2015: John Cena, Daniel Bryan in Tag Team Main Event; Extreme Rules Spoilers

The WWE continued its tour in the United Kingdom with "SmackDown" in London's O2 Arena. The night featured interruptions by multiple fans, but it will unlikely make it on air.

US Latino Lawmakers Split on Cuba's Removal From Terror Sponsor List

President Barack Obama has written his support to remove Cuba from the State Sponsor of Terrorism list following the recommendation of the U.S. Department of State, but congressional lawmakers, particularly Latino legislators, have issued mixed responses to the decision.

President Barack Obama Writes Support to Remove Cuba From State Sponsor of Terrorism List

President Barack Obama has written his support to remove Cuba from the State Sponsor of Terrorism List. In a letter to Congress, Obama stated his administration has the intent to remove Cuba from the list.

AFL-CIO Supports Obama's Deferred Action Programs for Undocumented Workers

One of the largest unions in the country has supported President Barack Obama in implementing his immigration executive actions, citing undocumented workers need workplace protection.

Marco Rubio, Latino Voters Have Different Views on Climate Change As Threat

U.S. Latinos have categorized climate change as a threat, but the issue could hurt Sen. Marco Rubio's, R-Fla., presidential bid and hopes to attract the Latino electorate.

Latino Vote Up For Grabs Despite Hillary Clinton's Name Recognition

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton confirmed her bid for the White House on Sunday, and her campaign is making the moves to court the Latino electorate.

Marco Rubio Officially Confirms Presidential Bid from Miami Freedom Tower

U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., officially announced his bid for the White House. From Miami's Freedom Tower, Rubio became the third Republican Party candidate to launch a presidential bid.

Obama's 'Historic' Talk With Raul Castro Provides 'Greater' Cooperation in Latin America

During his eighth trip to Latin America, President Barack Obama met with Cuba President Raul Castro for a brief, yet historic, one-on-one meeting. Obama met with Castro during the annual Summit of the Americas in Panama, and discussions about promoting greater opportunity for the Cuban population was discussed.

WWE Raw Spoilers, Preview for April 13, 2015: London Hosts Randy Orton, Seth Rollins Ahead of 'Extreme Rules' Match

From the O2 Arena in London, England, WWE "Monday Night Raw" will feature a few surprises with "Extreme Rules" only two weeks away.

U.S. Latino Jobless Rate Rises in March, More Latinas Unemployed Than Latino Males

While the overall U.S. unemployment went unchanged in March, last month did see an unemployment rate increase for the U.S. Latino community, according to the latest federal statistics.

NYC Council Speaker to Pitch NYC Municipal ID Program For Undocumented Immigrants in Arizona

New York City's municipal ID program will be pitched in Arizona by City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito later this month.

Jeb Bush Identified Himself as 'Hispanic' in 2009 Florida Voter Registration Form

Potential GOP presidential candidate Jeb Bush's 2009 voter registration application revealed the former governor marked "Hispanic" in the form's "race/ethnicity" questionnaire.

US State Department's Jill Esposito Talks New Pilot Program to Streamline Immigrant Visas, Improve Communication

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs is set to improve its immigrant visa process with a new pilot program and improved communication, which could particularly impact the tech sector. U.S. Department of State Director of Public and Diplomatic Liaison for the Bureau of Consular Affairs Jill Esposito spoke with Latin Post about new initiatives impacting the immigrant visa process, including after President Barack Obama's Nov. 20, 2014, immigration executive actions.

WWE Raw Spoilers, Preview for April 6, 2015: Roman Reigns, Randy Orton Hunt WWE Champ Seth Rollins; AJ Lee Retires from WWE

It has been a week after "WrestleMania 31," but the road to "Extreme Rules" rolls on with new WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins trying to look confident against Randy Orton.

Interest in 2016 Presidential Election Season Lower Than 2008 Election, New Poll Says

Interest for the 2016 presidential election is reportedly lower compared to the previous two presidential election cycles, according to polling data.

Sen. Ted Cruz Wants Answers From Health Department on Undocumented Immigrant Minors’ Health, Safety

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, recently sent U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Sylvia Burwell a letter concerning the treatment, care and processing of unaccompanied undocumented immigration minors.

US Rep. Joaquin Castro Hopes DACA, DAPA Lawsuit Will Be Resolved Quickly

Several months have passed since President Barack Obama announced his immigration executive actions, but despite a district court judge's temporary injunction, Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, is confident the deferred action programs will be implemented.

Local, Federal Politicians Support Sen. Menendez Amid Justice Department's Corruption Allegations

Following the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) formally filing criminal corruption charges against U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., lawmakers from local and federal levels have reiterated their support for the New Jersey Democrat.

Sen. Robert Menendez 'Outraged' with Justice Department's Criminal Corruption Allegations

U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., addressed the media regarding criminal corruption charges alleged by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).
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