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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.

House Speaker John Boehner Warns President Obama Against Executive Action on Immigration Reform

Nov 07, 2014 11:47 AM EST By Michael Oleaga

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

Nov 07, 2014 07:04 AM EST By Michael Oleaga

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.

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

Nov 06, 2014 05:03 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

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 US Senate Race: GOP Dan Sullivan Leads with 100 Percent Precincts In, Democrat Incumbent Mark Begich Not Conceding

Nov 06, 2014 04:35 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

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

Midterm Election Insight: Latino Voters Say GOP 'Don't Care' About Them; Support Executive Action on Immigration

Nov 05, 2014 12:56 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

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.

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

Nov 04, 2014 11:05 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

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

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

Nov 04, 2014 10:23 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

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 Election Results: Greg Abbott Keeps Lone Star State Republican as Wendy Davis Takes Loss

Nov 04, 2014 10:08 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

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

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

Nov 04, 2014 04:33 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

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.

Midterm Elections: Support for Latino Community, Immigration Reform Becomes Priority for Latino Voters, Says Poll

Nov 04, 2014 04:26 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

Ahead of Election Day, Latinos were polled on their intent on voting during the midterm elections, and immigration appeared to be a concern.

Election Day Update: GOP Congress Preferred Choice by Voters, Although by Slim Margin

Nov 04, 2014 12:30 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

Election Day could end in favor of the Republican Party in Congress according to polling data consisting of Americans nationwide.

Alaska's U.S. Senate Race: Mark Begich, Dan Sullivan Election Could Help Determine US Senate Control

Nov 04, 2014 12:02 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

The balance of the U.S. Senate may be in the hands of registered voters in Alaska as The Last Frontier state's senate race is too close to call based on polling data heading into Tuesday's midterm elections.

Colorado's U.S. Senate Election: Rep. Cory Gardner Holds Slim Lead With Overall Voters, But Easily Loses Latino, Millennial Votes

Nov 03, 2014 04:41 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

Colorado's U.S. Senate election is "too close to call," according to one polling firm, as Democratic incumbent Sen. Mark Udall risk a loss against Rep. Cory Gardner, R-Colo.

Florida Gubernatorial Race: Statistical Dead Heat for Republican Rick Scott, Democrat Charlie Crist in New Polls

Nov 03, 2014 01:11 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

Current Florida Governor Rick Scott has a slim election to win on Nov. 4 as new polling figures has the Republican incumbent tied or losing behind Democratic challenger Charlie Crist.

Texas Gubernatorial Candidates Push Efforts to Win Latino, Female Vote Despite Republican's Double-Digit Lead

Nov 03, 2014 12:38 PM EST By Michael Oleaga

With the Texas gubernatorial election coming to a close on Nov. 4, the candidates are reportedly relying on efforts to push registered voters to the polling booths on Election Day.