Immigration

Sheriff Joe Arpaio Racial Profiling Case: Arizona Sheriff Faces Fines, Criminal Charges After Disobeying Judge's Order

Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio could be hit with a series of stiff fines and even face criminal charges depending on the outcome of court proceedings alleging that he disobeyed a judge's order in an ongoing racial profiling case.

Immigration News: California Bill Helps Immigrant Victims Apply for U Visas

The lower house of California's Legislature unanimously passed a bill on aimed at helping undocumented immigrants, who have become the victims of violent crime and are applying for so-called U visas, to be allowed to temporarily remain in the United States.

Congressional Hispanic Caucus: Pope Francis Visit 'Critically Needed' in Congress

Latinos from all walks of life are observing Pope Francis’ U.S. visit, including the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, a coalition of Latino lawmakers who anticipate his address to Congress scheduled on Thursday.

Jeb Bush on Immigration: Protestors Interrupt GOP Candidate at Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Jeb Bush's speech before the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce was loudly interrupted on Monday when a group of immigration activists taunted him with chants of "No hope is not our vote."

Pope Francis: Cuba, Immigration, Climate Change Likely Top Issues in US Visit

Pope Francis' six-day trip in the U.S. starts on Tuesday, and he will spend a week talking about issues affecting the Latino community. The Argentinian-born Pope will address a joint session of Congress on Thursday, where he is expected to speak about topics that even the federal legislative body has had trouble solving.

Despite 'Un-American' 2016 Campaign, Unions & Immigrants Benefits US, Says AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka

AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka spoke to Latin Post about the importance of unions, its impact on immigrants and his disgust at the “racist” rhetoric made in the 2016 presidential campaign.

2016 Presidential Hopeful John Kasich Backpedals on Latina Hotel Maid Comments

Republican presidential candidate John Kasich backpedaled on his recent remarks about Hispanic Americans, which critics say were stereotypical and discriminatory.

White House Pushing Plan to Turn 9 Million Legal Immigrants Into U.S. Citizens

The Obama administration is aggressively pushing a plan that could pave the way for nearly nine million new legal immigrants to become U.S. citizens.

GOP Debate 2015 Summary: Donald Trump, Immigration, Iran Deal Impact Prime-Time Republican Debate

The second prime-time Republican presidential primary debate was dominated by GOP front-runner Donald Trump, Carly Fiorina, immigration and the Iran nuclear agreement.

National Latino Organizations Urge Presidential Hopefuls to Adopt 'Latino Agenda'

A national coalition of 40 prominent Latino organizations came together to urge the 2016 presidential hopefuls to adopt a "Latino agenda," by recommending policies that will improve the lives of Latinos in America.

Immigration Reform News: GOP Lawmakers Abandon 'Sanctuary City' Bill

Senate legislation addressing "sanctuary cities" hit a roadblock in the Senate Judiciary Committee.

GOP Debate 2015: 5 Things Latinos Should Know For Republican Debate Tonight

The second Republican presidential primary debate is tonight, and the show could set new records for cable news. Two debates are set for Wednesday evening in California, where Latinos are the majority.

Blanca Borrego Arrest: Undocumented Woman Enters a Healthcare Clinic, Leaves in Handcuffs

An undocumented woman entered a health care clinic, and two hours later, she was ushered out wearing handcuffs simply because she had a fake ID.

Donald Trump for President Backlash: Joe Biden Slams Trump's 'Xenophobia'

Still toying with a 2016 White House bid, Vice President Joe Biden slammed Republican front-runner Donald Trump over the tycoon's views on immigration on Tuesday.

Immigration Reform News: President Obama Blasts GOP Candidates for Using 'Anti-immigrant Sentiment'

President Barack Obama blasted Republicans running in the 2016 presidential race for using anti-immigrant rhetoric, which he said is "un-American."

Hispanic Heritage Month Perfect Backdrop For GOP Debate, Latino Congressman Becerra Says

For one Latino congressman, Hispanic Heritage Month provides a perfect backdrop for the second Republican presidential debate.

Hispanic Heritage Month Brings Bipartisan Recognition of Latinos' US Impact

Democrats and Republicans have united to recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month. Democrats and Republicans have united to recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month Ahead of second Republican presidential primary debate, former Florida Gov.

Immigration News Today: Donald Trump Insists US Is 'Dumping Ground,' Immigration Laws Need Change

Donald Trump branded the U.S. the new "dumping ground for the world" and unapologetically lamented illegal immigration has to be stopped during a fiery campaign speech in Dallas on Monday.

Latino Voters Rally Against Donald Trump, Clash With Supporters

Hundreds of Latinos protested against Donald Trump's immigration policy ideas after his downtown Dallas rally.

Donald Trump, GOP Slammed in Latino-Sponsored Video Project

Donald Trump may owe his GOP front-runner status, at least in part, to the publicity created by his controversial remarks about immigrants, but his confrontation with the Latino community comes at a cost.