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2016 US Budget: How Obama's 2016 Budget Proposals Impacts Immigration, Education, Grants and Loans

Developing from the "middle class economics" the from the State of the Union address, President Barack Obama released the 2016 fiscal year budget aimed to benefit hard-working families.

Immigration Reform News Update: 26 States File Lawsuit to Stop President's Actions Despite Expected GDP Growth

By Paola Hernández
President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions are projected to increase the U.S. economy by at least $90 billion, and the economic growth includes billions of dollars for the 26 states suing against the president’s actions.

Immigration Reform News 2015: Rep. Carlos Curbelo Launches 'What A Country!' PAC, Supports Republicans For Immigration Reform

By Paola Hernández
Rep. Carlos Curbelo, R-Fla., launched a political action committee (PAC) to raise funds for Republicans seeking immigration reform.

US, Latin American Relations: Vice President Joe Biden Supports Obama Administration’s $1 Billion Budget Request to Assist Central America Countries

By Paola Hernández
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden's engagement with Latin American countries has been well-documented, and he is furthering the region's support by reiterating the Obama administration request to Congress for $1 billion for aid.

Immigration News 2015: US Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson Announces Lowest Number of Undocumented Immigrants Caught at Border in Decades

By Paola Hernández
The number of detentions for undocumented migrants attempting to cross over the southern U.S. border dropped to its lowest level in more than four decades last year.

Immigration Executive Actions Plan: US Immigration Agents Instructed to Identify Detained Undocumented Immigrants' Deferred Action Eligibility

By Paola Hernández
Under President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions, U.S. immigration agents have been instructed to ask apprehended undocumented immigrants if they might qualify for his deferred action programs.

Immigration Executive Action News: Boehner Suggests Lawsuit Against Obama's Immigration Executive Actions

By Paola Hernández
Speaker of the House John Boehner announced plans to sue President Barack Obama on his Nov. 20 immigration executive actions.

Jeb Bush on Immigration: Wants To 'Politely Ask' Unwelcomed Undocumented Immigrants to Leave US

By Paola Hernández
Potential Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush has come under fire for recent remarks he made about undocumented immigrants in the U.S, saying the nation should ask 40 percent of its undocumented immigrant population to "politely leave" the country.

Immigration Executive Action Lawsuit Update: Nevada Joins Opposition Despite Growing Latino Population

By Paola Hernández
Two more states have joined a multi-state coalition to sue President Barack Obama's latest immigration executive actions.

TURNOUT: Q&A With Laura Maristany, NALEO's Director of Policy, on Issues Facing Latino Voting Bloc

By Paola Hernández
In this edition of Latin Post's "Turnout", Laura Maristany, the Director of Policy and Legislative Affairs for the National Association of Latino Elected Appointed Officials (NALEO), discusses the issues facing the Latino voting bloc.

Immigration Reform News Update: Rep. Steve King Defends 'Deportable' Term, Undocumented Immigrant Youths Removed from Iowa Freedom Summit

By Paola Hernández
Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa, a staunch opponent of President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions, has defended his use of the term "deportable" towards an undocumented immigrant who was a guest at the State of the Union.

Immigration Reform 2015 News: ICE, Homeland Security Investigations Host First Anti-Human Trafficking Seminar for Mexico Law Enforcement

By Paola Hernández
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its immigration agency hosted an anti-human trafficking seminar in Mexico with dozens of representatives from the country plagued with reoccurring drug, kidnapping and gun violence.

State of the Union 2015 Address Reaction: Latino Millennials Talk Economy, Free Community College & Immigration

By Paola Hernández
President Barack Obama covered several topics during the latest State of the Union address on Jan. 20, ranging from the free community college program, immigration and notably the economy. Latin Post spoke with Latino millennials about the State of the Union on the aforementioned topics.

Immigration Reform News 2015: Federal Judge Rules DREAMers Can Obtain Driver's Licenses in Arizona, Over 22,000 Immigrants Now Eligible

By Paola Hernández
After a lengthy legal battle, Arizona DREAMers were granted a permanent injunction to obtain driver's licenses by a federal judge on Thursday.

Immigration Reform News 2015: Catholic Leaders Urge Congress to Pass Immigration Reform, Calling It a 'Pro-Life Issue'

By Paola Hernández
A coalition of Catholic-based leaders have called on Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform in a letter, according to Faith In Public Life (FPL). The Catholic leaders wrote the letter to Congress as the March for Life protest occurs in Washington, D.C. on Thursday, which is the anniversary since the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision on Roe vs. Wade.

GOP and Tea Party Mention Immigration in Spanish Responses to 2015 State of the Union Address But Give No Reform Plan [Video]

By Paola Hernández
The Republican Party provided five responses to President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address. Two in particular affect Latino immigrants in particular as GOP legislators addressed them in Spanish. However, the Republican mention on immigration was brief and vague.

House Democrats Nominate Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard as Top Democrat on Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee; First Latina to Hold Role

By Paola Hernández
Democrats have recommended one of their own to become the first Latina to serve as a Ranking Member or Chair on an appropriations subcommittee in the House of Representatives.

State of the Union 2015 Address Response: National Groups Respond to Obama on Immigration, Economy, Climate Change and Racial Inequality

By Paola Hernández
President Barack Obama's State of the Union focused heavily on the country's economy, and national organizations are responding to his proposals.

2015 State of the Union Address: Five Things We Learned From the State of the Union

By Paola Hernández
While the economy received a strong emphasis during Tuesday’s State of the Union speech, education, immigration, terrorism and cyber security were addressed – albeit briefly.

State of the Union 2015 Address Review: Obama Focuses on Heavy 'Middle-Class Economics'; Cuba Policy, Immigration Briefly Addressed

By Paola Hernández
The U.S. economy was a major focus for President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address. From the start, Obama said the country’s economy is growing, creating jobs at the fastest pace since 1999 and the unemployment rate lower than before the 2008 financial crisis.
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