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Keystone XL Pipeline Vote Set in Congress, Obama Likely to Veto Legislation Pushed By Sen. Mary Landrieu in US Senate

Ahead of her December runoff election for the U.S. Senate race against Republican candidate Bill Cassidy, Democratic Louisiana Sen. Mary Landrieu called for the Senate to vote on the Keystone XL Pipeline.

Obama Nominates Judges: Two Latinos Nominated to Serve on U.S. Courts of Appeals

President Barack Obama nominated two Latino judges to serve on the United States Court of Appeals on Wednesday. The nominees await a confirmation vote from the U.S. Senate.

Obama Executive Actions on Immigration: 5 Million Undocumented Immigrants Could Be Protected; GOP Considers Government Shutdown

Despite the opposition from the Republican Party, President Barack Obama is still determined to issue an executive action on immigration reform, and it could include deferment of up to five million undocumented immigrants from deportation.

Latino Behavior on Economy, Health Care 'Optimistic' But Discrimination Persists, Says New Report

Despite negative events in society, Latino families have high optimism on life, health care and the future. Polling data conducted by Latino Decisions revealed Latinos, including immigrants, are also hopeful on many issues encountered in the U.S.

Election Results Update: Latinos in State Legislative and Senate Increases Following Midterm Elections

As Latinos are set to have their largest class yet in the upcoming 114th U.S. Congress, Latinos also made history within state legislative levels following this year's midterm elections.

Obama Immigration Action Update: Impeachment 'Would Be A Consideration' If President Announces Reform Executive Action, Says Congressman

With President Barack Obama's immigration reform executive action looming, one Republican congressman publicly stated this week that impeachment would be considered if the president fulfills his unilateral action promise.

Alaska Senate Results 2014 Update: GOP Dan Sullivan Projected Winner, Republicans Gain U.S. Senate Seat

A week after the midterm Election Day, Alaska's U.S. Senate finally has a winner, and it's a gain for the Republican Party in Congress.

Election Results 2014: Latino Voters Still Prefer Democrat Congressional Candidates During Midterm Elections

The midterm elections have shown Latinos maintained their support for the Democratic Party, but exit polling have identified the GOP attracting voters.

Obamacare Open Enrollment Update: Healthcare.gov Website Undergoing Improvements, Open 'Window Shopping' Feature Ahead of Second Enrollment Period

The second open enrollment period of the Affordable Care Act's Healthcare.gov federal health insurance marketplace is scheduled to open this Saturday, and the Obama administration is gearing to ensure the website runs without another technical glitch.

Obama on Net Neutrality Quotes: President Calls for 'Free and Open' Internet, Recommends FCC to Adopt Four Steps

President Barack Obama recommitted his position on the net neutrality debate, calling for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to enact new rules to secure a "free and open" Internet.

Obama Executive Actions on Immigration Reform: Ted Cruz Seeks Attorney General Nominee Loretta Lynch's Stance on "Executive Amnesty"

President Barack Obama's imminent immigration reform executive action could affect the confirmation of his nominee for the next U.S. Attorney General.

Florida Election Results 2014: GOP's Carlos Curbelo Wins Florida's 26th District in Competitive Race Against Joe Garcia

The incoming 114th U.S. Congress will feature the largest class of Latinos, and an increase of Republican Latinos in the House of Representatives, thanks in part to Florida voters giving the win to Miami-Dade School Board member Carlos Curbelo against Democratic incumbent Rep. Joe Garcia for the Sunshine State's 26th Congressional District.

Election Results 2014: Latino Voters' Support for GOP Increases, But Still Strong in Democrats' Favor

The Latino vote proved to be a diverse electorate during the midterm election, and it may have been beneficial to the Republican Party.

Election Day Results 2014: New 114th Congress Features Largest Class of Latinos in History

The Republican Party gained more seats in the U.S. House of Representatives -- a rate not seen since World War II -- but Latinos also made history by picking up more seats for the upcoming 114th Congress.

Immigration Reform Executive Action Update: House Speaker John Boehner Cautions Obama on Unilateral Action

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, warned of the consequences of using potential executive action on immigration reform during his first press conference since Republicans regained control of the Congress.

Californians Elect First Latino Secretary of State with State Senator Alex Padilla

Californian voters elected its first Latino Secretary of State on Election Day. The newly elected Secretary of State is Alex Padilla, a state senator for California's 20th District, the San Fernando Valley.

Election 2014 Voter Turnout: Millennial Voter Representation Similar to 2010 Midterm Turnout, Based on Preliminary Estimates

Althought final turnout results have not been confirmed, early estimates forecast at least 21.3 percent of millennials voted for this year's midterm elections.

Alaska Senate Results 2014: GOP Dan Sullivan Leads with 100 Percent Precincts In, Democrat Incumbent Mark Begich Not Conceding

The Republican Party might be gaining a Republican seat as the Alaskan U.S. Senate race could go in the GOP's favor.

Obama Executive Actions on Immigration Reform: President 'Not Going to Wait' on Congress, Mitch McConnell Calls Action 'Big Mistake'

With the Republican Party securing control of Congress, President Barack Obama has maintained his expressed determination to issue an executive action order on immigration reform if lawmakers don't act soon.

Election Results 2014: Latino Voters Say GOP 'Don't Care' About Their Community, Support Executive Action on Immigration

Although the Republican Party emerged victorious, winning control of the U.S. Senate and maintaining the House of Representatives majority on Tuesday night, Latinos' views on the GOP were not positive.

President Obama Immigration Reform Options: Executive Action Could Avoid 'Civil War' Among Democrats, Says Politician

An Illinois congressman warned a "civil war" within the Democratic Party could ignite if President Barack Obama delays or fails to act on an immigration reform executive action.

Florida Governor Race Results 2014: Rick Scott Wins Second Term, Defeats Charlie Crist Despite Effort to Extend Voting Hours

Florida Gov. Rick Scott has won a second term following a competitive and narrow campaign against former Florida Gov. Charlie Crist.

Election Day 2014 Problems: Latinos 'Discouraged' From Voting in Kentucky While 40,000 Voter Forms Missing in Georgia

Election Day in the U.S. was not over without technical and human error as national organizations noted and criticized the problems registered voters encountered for the midterm elections.

Texas Governor Race Results 2014: Greg Abbott Keeps Lone Star State Republican as Wendy Davis Takes Loss

Texas elected a new governor, but ensured the Lone Star state stayed “red” with a Republican win by Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott Tuesday.

Immigration Reform Update: Immigration Bill "Going to Happen" if GOP Wins Senate, Says Mitt Romney

Former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney said comprehensive immigration reform would pass in Washington, D.C. if Congress gets a Republican majority in the U.S. Senate.
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