Articles by Michael Oleaga

Michael Oleaga

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Undocumented Immigrants Driver's Licenses in California: What You Need To Know About New Policy as Thousands Apply

California has made it legal for undocumented immigrants to obtain a driver’s license, and thousands are utilizing the opportunity.

Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto to Meet Obama at White House: Immigration Executive Actions, Cuba Policy on the Agenda

Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto will meet with President Barack Obama Tuesday to discuss economic develop and the immigration executive actions issued in November.

US, Cuba Relations Update: Political Activists Detained; US 'Condemns' Cuban Government on Human Rights Violations

Nearly two weeks after Cuba and the U.S. announced a renewal of their diplomatic relations, the U.S. State Department condemned Cuba of repressing and detaining activists.

Obamacare Penalty 2015: Health Insurance Fines to Increase Varying on Income But Exemptions May Save People Money

Individuals and families without health insurance coverage for 2015 should expect a penalty fine higher than in 2014.

2016 Presidential Election Candidates Odds: Jeb Bush Quits Health Job, Benefitted from Obamacare, Leads GOP Nomination Poll

Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush has increased his lead in a hypothetical poll among potential Republican Party presidential candidates.

Immigration Reform News 2014 Today: Obama 'Frustrated' With Immigration Reform Inaction, Wants Opponents to Specify Concerns

President Barack Obama revealed he was "frustrated" with the lack of comprehensive immigration reform in Congress and referred to his executive actions as "a first step" to future efforts.

US, Cuba Relations 2014: Pope Francis' Role Key in Renewing Diplomatic Relations, Facilitating Prisoners' Release

The renewed diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Cuba included third-party support from as far as the Vatican, with Pope Francis of Argentina facilitating talks and a prisoner swap between the countries.

US, Cuba Policy Relations: 53 Political Prisoners Returning to US, Includes Intelligence Assets Imprisoned 20 Years

During the process to normalize diplomatic relations between Cuba and the United States, a prisoner swap involving dozens of individuals was conducted but details have been very minimal.

Immigration Reform News Update: GOP Needs Immigration Reform to Win White House in 2016, Says Sen. Graham

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., cautioned the Republican Party about its 2016 presidential election odds if the issue of immigration is not addressed.

Obama Executive Orders Gives Pay Increases to 'Certain' Federal Employees Before Going On Vacation

President Barack Obama issued a new executive order that will adjust the pay rates for certain federal employees for the upcoming year.

US Cuba Relations Update: Travel Restrictions Still In Play for Most Americans, Travel-Ban Exemptions Expanded

Although the United States and Cuba are normalizing their diplomatic relations, travel restrictions will still be in place, particularly for non-Cuban-descent travelers.

Immigration Executive Action: Personnel Reforms in ICE Officers Includes Job Realignment, Pay Coverage

Following President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson issued a memorandum affecting the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency.

US Economy 2014 GDP News: Americans Have Positive View of US Economic Conditions as GDP Rises by 5 Percent

Americans' view of the U.S. economy appears to be increasing in positive territory, coincidentally as news about the country's economy further improving.

US Cuba Embargo Pros and Cons: Renewed Relations Sets Caps and Limited Success for Businesses

American businesses are reportedly planning to utilize the renewed diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Cuba to expand their ventures in the island. While the plans are occurring, some limitations will be in place by order of the U.S. government.

Obamacare Open Enrollment Deadline 2015: 6.4 Million Health Plans Selected, Spanish-Language Services Increase in Week 5 of 2nd Open Enrollment Period

Within a one-week period, Healthcare.gov, the federal health insurance exchange marketplace, doubled its plan selections. Healthcare.gov and its Spanish-equivalent CuidadoDeSalud.gov, attracted 6.4 million people seeking health coverage.

US Cuba Relations Today: Cubans in Florida Held 'More Conservative' View in 2014, Slightly Favored Embargo on Cuba

Cubans in Florida appear to still favor the U.S. to continue its embargo on Cuba, based on polling data conducted by Latino Decisions by #CubaNow.

2016 Presidential Election Candidates: Hillary Clinton's Peak Starts to Slip, Elizabeth Warren Gain Traction Among Democrats

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's peak among potential 2016 Democratic presidential candidates has started to slip, but her lead is still considered a "overwhelmingly" strong.

Immigration Executive Action Economic Benefits: $90 Billion in GDP Growth, Federal Deficit Reduction by 2024

President Barack Obama's executive actions are projected to provide a "modest" economic boost to the U.S. economy, according to reports.

US, Cuba Relations History: Cuba's 'State Sponsor of Terrorism' Label Under Review Following Renewed Policy Change

With President Barack Obama announcing plans to renew diplomatic relations with Cuba, the island's designation as a "State Sponsor of Terrorism" has been questioned.

Obama Approval Rating Poll: Latinos, Millennials Give President Obama Higher Job Approval Rating Than Congress

President Barack Obama's job approval rating has hit over the 50 percent barrier between Latino and millennial respondents in a new survey.

Obama Immigration Plan: Presidential Memorandum Aims to Reform, Streamline US Immigrant Visa System

While President Barack Obama issued executive actions that may defer nearly five million undocumented immigrants from deportation, he also issued a "presidential memorandum" aimed towards modernizing and streamlining the country's immigration visa system.

US, Cuba Relations 2014: Age, Dynamics Between Early and Recent Cuban Exiles Plays Important Role in Renewed Relations Debate

Republican Sen. Marco Rubio, the 43-year-old Cuban American from Florida, voiced his opposition of the Obama administration's renewed diplomatic relations with Cuba, but his sentiments could be related to his generation and a community with a rapidly changing opinion on both country’s policies.

US, Cuba Relations Today: Senior Obama Administration Official Reveals US-Cuba Policy Changes, Benefits of Renewed Relations

White House officials detailed the most significant changes to U.S. and Cuba foreign policy in more than 50 years. During a conference call, a senior administration official acknowledged President Barack Obama's commitment to change policies that was originally viewed as a failure at the expense of advancing interests.

Marco Rubio on Cuba Embargo: Florida Senator Condemns New US, Cuba Diplomatic Relations But Cuban American Millennials Disagree

U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., has criticized the Obama administration's plans to renew diplomatic relations with Cuba, but his sentiments were not shared among millennials and scholars.

Arizona Elections Results 2014: Martha McSally Wins Recount, Increases GOP Majority in House

The Republican Party's control of the upcoming 114th Congress continued to grow with confirmation results of the last congressional election race in Arizona.
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