Obamacare Open Enrollment Update: Health Insurance Plan Selections Significantly Increase, Notably From Florida and Texas

Health insurance plan selections significantly increased during the ninth week of the second open enrollment period of the ederally Facilitated Marketplace, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Immigration Reform News 2015: Catholic Leaders Urge Congress to Pass Immigration Reform, Calling It a 'Pro-Life Issue'

A coalition of Catholic-based leaders have called on Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform in a letter, according to Faith In Public Life (FPL). The Catholic leaders wrote the letter to Congress as the March for Life protest occurs in Washington, D.C. on Thursday, which is the anniversary since the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision on Roe vs. Wade.

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.

President Barack Obama Promotes 'Middle-Class Economics' Agenda During Post-SOTU Address in Boise, Idaho

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

DACA Recipient, Cuban Dissidents Among Latinos to Attend Tuesday State of the Union Address

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

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

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.

Sen. Joni Ernst to Deliver Republican Response for State of the Union: Who She Is, What To Expect From GOP

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.

U.S. Likely to Keep Guantanamo Bay Despite Detainee Transfers, Renewed Diplomatic Relations with Cuba

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.

State of the Union 2015: Immigration Reform & 5 Things To Expect From President Obama's Speech

President Barack Obama has a busy agenda to address for his upcoming State of the Union address Tuesday with issues affecting all age groups, notably millennials.

President Obama to Propose Tax Reform for 'Simpler, Fairer' Tax Code to Benefit Middle Class for State of the Union

President Barack Obama will propose a new tax plan during Tuesday's State of the Union address aimed at simplifying the current tax code for individuals and eliminating loopholes for the benefit of the middle class.

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

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.

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

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.

Texas Judge Hears Arguments on Obama's Immigration Action; Immigrant Rights Group Concerned About Judge

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

Immigration in NYC: Queens Has Most Undocumented Immigrants in NYC Eligible for DACA, DAPA Programs

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.

U.S. Treasury, Commerce Departments Publish New Amendments, Regulations for Renewed Relations with Cuba

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

New Immigrant Detention Center in Dilley, Texas Reveals Language Barriers and High Costs, Says NGOs

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

White House, Border Protection Criticize House GOP on Overturning Immigration Executive Actions

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.

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

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 is Working,' Says HHS Secretary as Push Gets Underway for Latinos and Health Coverage

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.

Washington, DC Attorney General, 12 States Ask Federal Court to Uphold Obama's Immigration Actions

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.
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