Barack Obama

Obama Announces Solitary Confinement Ban for Juveniles

Recognizing the United States as a "nation of second chances," President Barack Obama has banned solitary confinement for juveniles.

Clinton-Sanders Race: Obama Points to Demands of Presidency

President Barack Obama is having a hard time not taking sides as Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders battle for the Democrats' White House nomination and, potentially, a chance to succeed Obama in the Oval Office.

Immigration News Today: 275 Groups Request Temporary Protective Status for Central American Immigrants

The calls for the Obama administration to stop its deportation raids campaign continues to grow as more than 200 organizations came together urging temporary protective status (TPS) for Central American immigrants.

Deportation News: Senators Tell President Obama to Halt Deportations of Central Americans

U.S. Senate Democrats are criticizing the Obama administration's deportation raids targeting Central American immigrants.

Immigration News: Obama's Deportation Raids Denounced by US Commission on Civil Rights

An independent and bipartisan federal agency, led by a Latino appointed by President Barack Obama, has called for the Obama administration to cease its deportation raids.

Law, Civil Rights Leaders Blast Sen. David Perdue for Blocking Latino Judicial Nominee

Sen. David Perdue, R-Ga., is receiving criticism for blocking the confirmation process of a Latino judicial nominee.

Progress, Setbacks for Obama's Latino Judicial Nominees

There appears to be progress and setbacks with President Barack Obama's Latino judicial nominees.

Immigration News 2016: Immigrant Rights Groups Sue 10 Federal Agencies Over Deportation Policies

Immigrant rights groups have filed a lawsuit against the Obama administration's immigration and detention policies.

SCOTUS' Immigration Executive Action Case: Rubio Maintains Stance Opposing DAPA, DACA

The Supreme Court announced it will review President Barack Obama's 2014 immigration executive actions, but not all presidential candidates are thrilled with the news.

Carlos Santana Publishes Open Letter, Thanking Obama and Criticizing Trump

Legendary Latin musician Carlos Santana showed his appreciation for President Obama in an open letter posted to Facebook last Wednesday.

Republican Candidates Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio Slam Obama Administration Amid Recent Iran Deal

In light of the recent deal between Iran and the U.S., Republican Presidential candidates Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio speak out their individual views, slamming the Obama administration, according to Fox News Latino. The deal was said to swap American prisoners in Iran in exchange of lifting U.S. sanctions towards Iran, Reuters reports.

TURNOUT: Ana Sol-Gutiérrez Highlights Importance of Immigrant Rights, Latino Electorate

Ana Sol-Gutiérrez is the first Hispanic elected to Maryland’s legislature and has the chance to become the first Salvadoreña in Congress, where she wants to continue representing the voiceless and vulnerable.

NRA Head Wayne LaPierre Challenges President Obama to Gun Debate

The executive vice president of the National Rifle Association fired back at President Barack Obama on Thursday, one week after he announced his executive action on gun control and held a televised town hall explaining his proposal to curb gun violence.

Biden Reveals Obama Offered Financial Support During Son's Illness

In a never before told story, Vice President Joe Biden revealed that President Barack Obama once offered financial help when his son was ill.

Immigration News Today: New Central American Refugee Program Receives Tepid Response From Lawmakers

The Obama administration announced it will expand the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program to help vulnerable Central American families -- a move that already received mixed support from lawmakers.

ICE Raids Likely to Target Indigenous Immigrants From Central America

The number of indigenous people from Central America migrating illegally to the U.S. is rising. Now, advocacy groups are spreading awareness among these indigenous people on how they can avoid the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from raiding their homes.

State of the Union 2016 Republican Response: Mario Diaz-Balart, Nikki Haley Deliver Spanish, English SOTU Replies

Following President Barack Obama's final State of the Union address, South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley and Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart delivered separate Republican responses, in English and Spanish, respectively.

State of the Union 2016 Recap: Obama Polishes Legacy, Tasks for Next President in Final SOTU Speech

President Barack Obama delivered his final State of the Union address on Tuesday night, and spoke on several topics ranging from immigration, the economy and foreign policy.

Barack Obama Set to Deliver State of the Union Address, Looks to Clinton to Continue Legacy

President Barack Obama is set to deliver his final State of the Union address on Tuesday, and it is likely he will look towards hoped-for successor Hillary Clinton to continue his legacy.

State of the Union 2016: Latino Leaders List Top Issues for Obama to Address in Final SOTU Speech

President Barack Obama will deliver his final State of the Union address tonight, and Latino leaders are expecting him to discuss the issues affecting the community.

Bipartisan Senate Confirms First Latino Philadelphia Judge for Third Circuit Appeals Court

The U.S. Senate confirmed Latino Judge Luis Felipe Restrepo to serve the Third Circuit Court of Appeals on Monday, after more than a year since President Barack Obama nominated the Colombian.
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