U.S. Justice Department Officially Files Appeal Against Texas Lawsuit on Obama's Immigration Executive Action

The U.S. Department of Justice has officially filed an emergency motion to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals asking to overrule a decision temporarily blocking President Barack Obama's deferred action programs.

ICE Officials Worry Over Lack of Local Law Enforcement, Detainment Support

Officials from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency said their work has been at risk as a result of diminished resources.

Census Bureau: Population Rate of Foreign Born Latino Immigrants to Drop By 2060

The U.S. Census Bureau projects the foreign-born immigrant population to hit 78 million by 2060, but the rate is expected to drop for the Latino population.

President Obama Signs Student Aid Bill To Help Loan Repayment

President Barack Obama signed a presidential memorandum this week addressing the student loan process for post-secondary education.

Federal Judge Refuses to Lift Temporary Injunction In Immigration Executive Action Lawsuit

U.S. District Court Judge Andrew Hanen decided not to rule further from his temporary injunction blocking President Barack Obama's deferred action programs, which would affect nearly 4.9 million undocumented immigrants.

U.S. Latino Senators Praise Obama's Executive Order on Venezuelan Government

President Barack Obama issued an executive order implementing financial sanctions against alleged human rights violators in Venezuela, and U.S. Latino senators have commended the administration's decision.

US Latinos' Job Rate Growing Faster Than Other Minorities; Unemployment Rate Down From 2014

The U.S. Latino unemployment rate has reportedly decreased to its pre-Great Recession levels and has improved at a faster rate compared to other minority populations.

Who Is Dr. Salomon Melgen? Friend of Sen. Bob Menendez Under Scrutiny Amid Corruption Charges

U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez could encounter criminal corruption charges from the U.S. Department of Justice due to his affiliation with Dr. Salomon Melgen, a 60-year-old Dominican ophthalmologist in Florida. Who exactly is Dr. Melgen?

Voto Latino's Rosario Dawson, Maria Teresa Kumar, Wilmer Valderrama & America Ferrera on 'Amplifying' Latino Millennials in Politics

With the 2014 midterm elections over, statistics on U.S. Latinos' voter turnout have slowly surfaced to show lower than expected attendance. Latin Post talks with Voto Latino President and CEO Maria Teresa Kumar and Latino celebrities Rosario Dawson, America Ferrera and Wilmer Valderrama about the need for Latino millennials' engagement ahead of the 2016 election season.

Obama Bans Venezuela Government Officials From U.S. Entry Due to Human Rights Violations

President Barack Obama issued an executive order Monday addressing the “unusual and extraordinary threat” by Venezuela towards U.S. national security and foreign policy.

Latino Candidate Proves Challenge for Rahm Emanuel as Chicago Mayoral Runoff Election Nears

The Chicago mayoral election has heated up with the increased attention on candidate Jesus "Chuy" Garcia. New polling data has shown Garcia improving his potential victory odds against incumbent Rahm Emanuel.

Voto Latino to Help Legal Permanent Residents Understand Naturalization Process, Become US Citizens With New Tech Program

With immigration being one of the top three issues among U.S. Latinos, Voto Latino announced its partnership with an online platform for lawful permanent residents to familiarize with the naturalization process and become U.S. citizens.

'I’m Not Going Anywhere', Says Sen. Bob Menendez Amid Alleged Criminal Corruption Charges

U.S. Sen. Robert "Bob" Menendez, D-N.J., vowed Friday that he was "not going anywhere" amid the alleged criminal corruption charges reportedly underway from the U.S. Department of Justice.

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez Faces Criminal Corruption Charges from U.S. Justice Department

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) are reportedly preparing to file criminal corruption charges against Sen. Robert "Bob" Menendez, D-N.J. The DOJ is alleging that Menendez used his political office to encourage business interests of a Democratic donor and friend for gifts.

Florida Lawmakers Seek to Stop Renewed U.S.-Cuba Relations, Propose Ban on Cuba Consulate in Sunshine State

While the U.S. State Department continue to renew diplomatic relations with Cuban government officials, Florida's House of Representatives are seeking to rebuke the Obama administration's efforts.

White House Gives Federal Judge Deadline to Lift Injunction on Immigration Executive Order

The White House informed a federal court judge to lift a temporary injunction blocking President Barack Obama's deferred action programs or the administration will file an appeal.

Voto Latino Celebrates 10 Years of Empowering Latino Millennials, Names VL Innovators Challenge Winners

Although Voto Latino is in its 11th year, the nonprofit celebrated its 10-year anniversary Wednesday and showcased Latino innovators in technology.

Poll: Voters Oppose Obama's Immigration Executive Actions, Support Ground Troops Against ISIS

A majority of Americans believe President Barack Obama loves America but support for his immigration executive actions are not positive.

President Obama, Latino Lawmakers Praise Homeland Security Funding Bill's Passage

President Obama and congressional lawmakers are praising Congress after they finally passed legislation to fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for the 2015 fiscal quarter, expiring Sept. 30, the bill to have no adverse affect on the president's immigration executive actions despite conservative lawmakers' efforts to block its implementation.

Marijuana Legalization Popular Among Millennials, Including Republican Youth

Support for legalizing marijuana has increased over the years but most notably among Republican millennials. Legalizing marijuana is significantly more popular among millennials, regardless of political affiliation, but older age groups steadily show opposition to the concept.

House Approves 'Clean' DHS Funding Bill, No Impact on Obama's Immigration Executive Actions

The House of Representatives passed a "clean" bill to fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through September that contains no written language affecting President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions.

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Defends Barack Obama, Denounces Iran Nuclear Program

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu address a joint session of the U.S. Congress on Tuesday morning despite concerns from the White House and the absence of dozens of Democrats.

President Obama: No Backup Plan If Supreme Court Strikes Down Obamacare's Federal Tax Subsidies

President Barack Obama revealed he does not anticipate the U.S. Supreme Court will strike down a provision of the Affordable Care Act that would eliminate health coverage for millions of Americans.

Hundreds to Thousands of Deported Immigrants to Enter U.S. Again for Second Chance

An upwards of thousands of undocumented immigrants who were deported from the U.S. to Mexico will have a second opportunity to make their plea to stay in the U.S.

TURNOUT: Immigrant Rights Activist Dulce Matuz Sheds Light on Immigration Policies, Latino Youth Engagement

Dulce Matuz came to the U.S. as an undocumented immigrant from Hermosillo, Mexico, more than a decade ago. While personally experiencing setbacks due to the Grand Canyon State’s lawmakers, she found that engagements with the youth can still necessary reforms.
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