What's the Next Step for Obama's Stymied Immigration Action?

It was a bad week for President Obama’s immigration policies, and for millions of undocumented families in the United States.

Obama Adminstration's College Affordability Initiative Pushes Free Community College for Responsible Students

Earlier this month, President Barack Obama underscored the importance of making college education accessible as part of his America's College Promise campaign, which is an initiative that's born out of a desire for quality college and affordable education. Also, the proposal would offer two years of community college education to responsible students at no cost.

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Working on New Reform Bill

As the debate on immigration reform rages on, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus is working on another alternate proposal that, if finalized, could be discussed on Capitol Hill this year.

US State Department's Jill Esposito Talks New Pilot Program to Streamline Immigrant Visas, Improve Communication

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs is set to improve its immigrant visa process with a new pilot program and improved communication, which could particularly impact the tech sector. U.S. Department of State Director of Public and Diplomatic Liaison for the Bureau of Consular Affairs Jill Esposito spoke with Latin Post about new initiatives impacting the immigrant visa process, including after President Barack Obama's Nov. 20, 2014, immigration executive actions.

Cuban Players Wanting MLB Career No Longer Have to Get License From OFAC

Cuban-born baseball players wanting to play in the MLB have a much easier task than ever before. No longer will they have to obtain a license from OFAC or the US government. Instead, a sworn statement will be required by players, and this will speed up the process tremendously.

Obama to Appoint LA Theater Group Director Diane Rodriguez to National Council on the Arts

The National Council of the Arts will welcome a celebrated and award-winning theatrical trailblazer to its creative forces. President Barack Obama plans to appoint Center Theatre Group director-producer Diane Rodriguez to The National Council of the Arts, the White House announced last week.

Obama's Call for Student and Consumer Data Protection Laws: Critics Already See Cracks

This week, President Obama called for new laws protecting Americans from the kind of massive data breaches that defined the consumer cybersecurity narrative in 2014, along with a proposal to limit technology companies' use of student data.

'American Idol' Star Jessica Sanchez Reflects on Past Year, Looks Ahead to Big 2015 (Exclusive)

When you have performed on the "American Idol" stage with Jennifer Lopez, appeared on the popular FOX hit TV show "Glee" and have sung for President Obama, dreamboat George Clooney and the legendary Barbara Streisand, what can you possibly do next to top that? Latin Post.com finds out when "American Idol" finalist Jennifer Sanchez talks about what’s next for her in an exclusive interview.

Numerous Advocacy Groups Applaud Obama's Executive Action Plan, But Say That It's "Not Enough"

Several advocacy groups have praised President Barack Obama after he took to the stage this past week to speak to the American public about the deportation of millions.

Major TV Networks Opt Out of Broadcasting President Obama's Executive Action Address on Immigration Reform

NBC, Fox, ABC and CBS have chosen not to broadcast President Obama's immigration speech because they don't want to lose top ratings that could be won by popular network series, such as "Grey's Anatomy."

'Jane the Virgin', 'Orange Is the New Black' Actress Diane Guerrero Discusses Family's Deportation Ordeal [Watch]

"Jane the Virgin" and "Orange Is the New Black" actress Diane Guerrero recently opened up about her parents and brother being deported from her Boston home when she was just for 14-years-old.

Man Pretending to Be Congress Member Slips Pass Secret Service at an Event With Obama

There are reports that an imposter managed to swindle his way backstage at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation awards dinner, where President Barack Obama delivered a speech.

U.S. Supports New Iraqi Prime Minister, Promises Economic, Military Aid

The United States has propped up a new Iraqi prime minister, but the current Prime Minister, Nouri al-Maliki, refuses to give up his post.

President Obama Signs Bill Overhauling Veterans Affairs After Treatment Scandal

President Barack Obama signed a law that allows thousands of military veterans to return to private doctors, reversing mountains of red tape and corruption that resulted in long waits for medical care.

Fighting Blocks Crash Site of Downed Malaysia Airlines Plane for Second Day

Fighting between pro-Russia rebels and the Ukraine military is continuing to block international investigators from accessing the downed Malaysia Airlines flight.

Obama Outlines Plan With Central American Leaders to Address Immigration Crisis

Leaders from three Central American nations met with President Obama late last week to discuss possible ways to curb the influx of unaccompanied child migrants from journeying to the United States, as well as how to manage those who already crossed the border.
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