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Presidential Polls 2016: Hillary Clinton Tops Donald in all 12 Swing States Among Latino Voters

Hillary Clinton's lead over Donald Trump among Latino voters has become so pronounced if the election were held today the Democratic presidential nominee would sweep her rival in all 12 "battleground" states.

Immigration Reform 2016 News – Facebook and Microsoft Say STEM, Immigrants Help U.S. Tech Companies Stay Competitive

Presidential candidates Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have contrasting opinions on what immigrants can do with STEM programs. U.S. tech companies say restricive immigration laws hurt America's chances of staying relavent in science and technology fields.

Immigration News - More Latino Troopers Hired to Increase Security Along U.S.-Mexico Border

The influx of Latinos joining Texas' police force should help mend relations with Hispanic communities, but a language barrier remains. State troopers often call on Border Patrol agents if they cannot communicate with Spanish-speaking drivers during routine traffic stops.

Half of Millennial Latinos Say They Experienced Racial Discrimination, Pew Research Center Finds

The survey found a 21-point gap between U.S.-born Latinos and those who identified as immigrants saying they experienced unfair treatment or discrimination. Part of the reason may be that immigrants are fearful of voicing their concerns in fear of retaliation, especially during a presidential election cycle centerd on immigration reform.

Arizona Judge Demands 'Filthy' Immigration Detention Center Pictures be Released

A class-action lawsuit filed by immigration rights advocacy groups earned a victory last week when a Arizona judge ordered the release photgraphs taken at a detention center. Detainees reportedly lived in frigid holding cells and drank from a water fountain attached to a toilet.

Latino Advocacy Group La Raza Says No to Trump, Clinton Invites For National Convention

The country's largest Latino civl right organization did not invite Donald Trump to their annual conference over his anti-immirgration policy. Hillary Clinton was not invited out of fairness, and because La Raza is nonpartisan.

Canada Lifts Mexican Visa Requirements, Takes Subtle Shot at Donald Trump’s Immigration Plan

Beginning Dec. 1, Mexican nationals working or studying in Canada will need little more than a passport and electronic travel authorization. The policy change comes as leadership from both countries seek to mend a relationship hampered by travel restrictions.

Donald Trump Presidential Campaign One Year Later: Civil Rights Icon Dolores Huerta, Actress Alicia Machado Describes the 'Year of Hate'

Donald Trump Presidential Campaign One Year Later: Civil Rights Legend Dolores Huerta, former Miss Universe Alicia Machado Alicia Machado

DACA News: Four Years Later: Here's How Many Immigrants Have Utilized the Deferred Action Program

It's June 15 once again, and it's another year since President Barack Obama announced the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which allowed more than 700,000 undocumented immigrant youths to stay in the U.S.

Donald Trump Orlando Shooting Speech Takes Aim on ‘Dysfunctional’ Immigration, Renews Muslim Ban Pitch

Following the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history, Donald Trump reiterated his immigration stance on Monday that would temporarily ban Muslims entering the U.S.

Democrats Urge Democratic Party to Make Immigration Reform an Official Staple of The Party

U.S. Rep. Raul Grijalva, D-Ariz., is among the high-ranking Democrats pushing to have immigration reform made an official part of the party's platform.

New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez Planning to Meet With Donald Trump?

New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez is planning to meet with presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump just days after insisting she wouldn't be bullied into voicing her support for him.

Immigrant Reform News: Texas Judge Stops State From Using Detention Center for Childcare Facility

A Texas judge has ruled officials from the state's Department of Family and Protective Services cannot license an immigration detention center as a childcare facility.

Former Telemundo President Nely Galán Schools Why Donald Trump's Messaging Negatively Impacts His Latino Vote Efforts

Former Telemundo President Nely Galán is promoting her new book, “Self Made: Becoming Empowered, Self-Reliant, and Rich in Every Way,” and the former “Celebrity Apprentice” contestant spoke against the term “illegal” immigrant and Donald Trump’s trouble in attracting Latino voters.

Americans' Third Party Presidential Candidate, But What's Libertarian Gary Johnson's Immigration Stance?

American citizens will have a third presidential option this November with Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson, former Republican governor of New Mexico, where Latinos currently comprise 47 percent of the state's population. One stance Latinos may want to keep an eye on is Johnson’s views on immigration.

Immigration News: Republicans Win Fight to Keep ‘Illegal Alien’ After Library of Congress Eliminates It

House Appropriations Committee members voted on 12 bills Tuesday, one debating whether "illegal alien" should be used in legislation. Those opposing the measure won out, 25-24, ensuring lawmakers could propose bills utilizing the derogatory term.

Watch the Past 200 Years of Immigration to the U.S. in Less Than 2 Minutes

While it's easier than to get caught up in the current contentious debate over immigration, a visualization of the past 200 years of immigration to the U.S., parsed by the countries that are the largest source of immigrants, provides a bit of perspective.

Immigrant Citizenship Applications Spike to Four-Year High, But Donald Trump May Not be Why

Donald Trump may campaign on strict anti-immigration laws, but he may not be the reason for a double-digit jump in U.S. citiizenship applicants. The Department of Homeland Security recently proposed fee increases that would make applying for naturalization upwards of $640.

Immigration Reform Now: ICE to Conduct Mass Deportation Raids of Central American Women, Children

ICE officials are preparing for what may be the largest immigration sweep under President Obama. The report of month-long raids come a week after U.S. Customs and Border Protection data revealed nearly 60,000 children crossed the U.S. Mexico border between October 2015 and March 2016.

Undocumented Children Crossing Border Skyrockets Again, Pew Research Center Study Says

The number of children crossing the U.S.-Mexico border, either unaccompanied or with guardians, increased drastically over a six-month period beginning in October 2015. As one U.S. Customs and Border Protection official warns, the influx of newcomers may increase throughout the summer.

Rep. Luis Gutierrez Calls for Temporary Protection Status of Ecuadorian Immigrants Escaping Earthquake’s Destruction

U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez, D-Ill., sent President Barack Obama a letter on Monday urging for temporary deportation protection of Ecuadorians in the wake of a massive earthquake that rocked the South American country earlier this month.