Immigration

Ann Coulter Says Mass Immigration Will Result in 'Little Girls Being Raped' [Listen]

Conservative commentator Ann Coulter continued her tour of xenophobia and anti-immigrant fear mongering on Friday, warning white Americans that immigration will result in their daughters being raped.

TURNOUT: Civil Rights Activist Dolores Huerta: Latinos Will Be The 'Deciders' in 2016 Election, Analyzes GOP Candidates

Regarded as "one of America's great labor and civil rights icons," Dolores Huerta has dedicated her life to advocating labor and civil rights, and her work continues as the Latino electorate brave the 2016 presidential election season.

Immigration Action Lawsuit: Fifth Circuit Court Offers a Chance of Success for Obama’s Immigration Programs

In spite of recent setbacks, the Obama administration's case in favor of President Barack Obama's immigration executive orders could be improving because of a court's statement arguing it is not bound by the earlier decision.

Marco Rubio on Immigration Reform: Iowa GOP Chairman Jeff Kauffman 'Doesn't Know' About Rubio and Immigration Stance

In an exclusive interview, the head of the Republican Party in Iowa, Jeff Kauffman, commented on Sen. Marco Rubio and his prospects in the upcoming race. Kauffman especially pointed out the senator's stance on immigration reform, unsure of how the Florida senator could reach Iowans.

Immigration Reform News: President Obama Says He Will Continue to Fight for Immigration Reform

In light of Immigrant Heritage Month, President Barack Obama promised to continue his fight to overhaul the country's broken immigration system during his weekly address on Saturday.

Immigration Reform Lawsuit: 'Don't Give Up,' Says Rep. Luis Gutierrez, Blasts Texas GOP Leaders for DACA, DAPA Lawsuit

Texas has received more attention during the immigration reform debate. The Lone Star State encountered an influx of undocumented immigrant minors last summer, and its current governor and attorney general has been leading the efforts to halt the implementation of President Barack Obama’s deferred action programs. U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez, during an address on the House of Representatives floor on June 3, made Texas his focus.

Immigration Reform News: Pew Poll Reveals That Over Half of GOP Voters Consider Immigrants as 'Burden’ in America

Despite the innumerable contributions that immigrants have made in the U.S., a new Pew Research Center poll reveals that the majority of Republican voters view immigrants as a "burden" on the U.S. economy.

House Passes Amendment Blocking Government Funds From Defending Obama Immigration Orders

Republican Rep. Steve King introduced on Wednesday June 3 an amendment to an appropriations bill blocking government funds for the legal costs of the Obama administration's court case against on DAPA.

Immigration News Today: Most US-Born, Foreign-Born Latinos and Millennials Support Pathway to Legal Status

While the two major political parties remain divided about providing undocumented immigrants a pathway to U.S. citizenship, a majority of Americans have made their preference known.

Immigration Lawsuit Update: Immigrant Rights Group Appeals to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's Latina Wife to Stop DACA, DAPA Lawsuit

Immigrant rights advocates are reaching out to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s Latina wife to help end his lawsuit blocking President Barack Obama’s deferred action programs.

Jeb Bush to Announce 2016 Presidential Campaign on June 15 in Florida

Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush announced he will make an announcement on June 15, and the common assumption is it will be his official presidential campaign declaration.

Immigration News Today: Newark Launches Largest Municipal ID Program in New Jersey

Newark became the largest city in New Jersey to launch a municipal identification program for residents regardless of immigration status and gender identity.

Immigration Reform News 2015: Rick Scott Criticizes President Obama on Immigration As GOP Competes for Latino Vote

The Republican Party has started its push to gain some Latino voters ahead of next year's presidential elections. Though the candidates continue tossing their hats into the ring, the party has begun to push back on immigration and one candidate, Sen. Lindsey Graham, has the record to back the party's new focus.

Immigration Reform News: What's Next for Obama Administration After Immigration Setback as Gov. Jeb Bush Defends His Immigration Stance

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

Immigrant Entrepreneurs, Especially Latinos, Are Fueling the US Startup Economy

A new study published late last week shows that immigrants are driving the startup economy in the U.S. -- along with showing a boom in immigrant Latino entrepreneurs starting new businesses.

Presidential Candidates 2016: Pataki’s Entry Adds Another Moderate, but Contested, Voice on Immigration Reform to GOP Primary Race

After announcing his bid in the 2016 presidential race, former New York Gov. George Pataki tried to appeal to young Hispanic voters by making an appearance on Fusion earlier this week.

Immigration Reform Lawsuit: Obama, Justice Department Will Not Issue Appeal to Supreme Court

Following a setback by the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals to not lift a temporary injunction on President Barack Obama's 2014 immigration executive actions, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced it will not execute an emergency appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Immigration News Today: Nebraska Overrides Governor's Veto, Allows DREAMers to Obtain Driver's Licenses

Nebraskan Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients are now allowed to apply for the state's driver's license despite the governor's opposition.

Bridge Report Spotlights, Criticizes Koch Brothers' Latino Outreach With Libre Initiative; Libre's Daniel Garza Responds

The Koch brothers' potential influence on the Latino community has been criticized by liberal organizations. One organization with connections with the Kochs is Libre Initiative, which was the focus of a critical report by the Bridge Project, a group "dedicated to opposing the conservative movement’s extreme ideology and exposing its dishonest tactics."

Immigration News Today: 136 House Democrats Pen Letter to DHS Secretary to End Family Detention

After voicing their concerns about immigrant family detention, House of Representatives Democrats have written a letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson on the issue.