Immigration

Obama Executive Actions on Immigration Reform: Ted Cruz Seeks Attorney General Nominee Loretta Lynch's Stance on "Executive Amnesty"

President Barack Obama's imminent immigration reform executive action could affect the confirmation of his nominee for the next U.S. Attorney General.

Midterm Election Update: GOP Gaining Minority Voters But Hispanics Remain Largely Democratic

GOP gaining minority voters but Hispanics remain majority Democratic voters Reports of GOP voters since 2012 have seen increases among minorities, but Latinos stuck to voting Democrat during the Midterm Elections on Nov.

US Immigration: California DMV to Give Over 1 Million Undocumented Immigrants Driver Licenses in 2015

California Division of Motor Vehicles is preparing to issue 1.4 million new driver's licenses after Jan. 1 under The Safe and Responsible Drivers Act, a new law that allows undocumented immigrants to get a California driver's license.

Immigration Reform Executive Action Update: House Speaker John Boehner Cautions Obama on Unilateral Action

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.

Immigration Reform 2014: Condoleeza Rice Warns President Obama to Avoid Executive Action On Immigration

Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice warned President Barack Obama to stir away from executive action on the immigration issue. Such unilateral action would not be in concert with the U.S. political system, she said.

Obama Executive Actions on Immigration Reform: President 'Not Going to Wait' on Congress, Mitch McConnell Calls Action 'Big Mistake'

With the Republican Party securing control of Congress, President Barack Obama has maintained his expressed determination to issue an executive action order on immigration reform if lawmakers don't act soon.

Midterm Elections & Immigration Reform 2014: Latin Vote Turnout Rises in Midterms, Latinos More Engaged Than Ever, Experts Say

Latino voter turnout during the 2014 midterm elections increased by one percent, as predicted by NALEO. Exit polls shows immigration reform is Latino voters' top priority, followed by jobs and the economy and then heath care. While the midterm elections looked like a referendum on the Obama Administration, election watchers say don't underestimate Latino voters who aren't taken in by campaign rhetoric and will vote on issues in 2016.

Midterm Elections 2014: Despite Defeat, Obama Hints at Executive Action on Immigration Reform

President Barack Obama faced the Washington press corps Wednesday afternoon, a day after the Democrats' landslide defeat in the midterm elections, but while admitting Republicans had a big night Tuesday, he also stated that he would be exploring his options in passing immigration reform before the end of 2014.

Election Results 2014: Latino Voters Say GOP 'Don't Care' About Their Community, Support Executive Action on Immigration

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.

U.S. Man Held in New York Detention for Over Three Years is Suing ICE

Davino Watson was held in a Buffalo, New York detention center for over three years waiting to be deported. Despite telling his guards he was an American citizen, they ignored him and never bothered to investigate his claim. Now free, he is suing the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency and immigration officers. His is not an isolated case, but certainly the longest period of detention.

President Obama Immigration Reform Options: Executive Action Could Avoid 'Civil War' Among Democrats, Says Politician

An Illinois congressman warned a "civil war" within the Democratic Party could ignite if President Barack Obama delays or fails to act on an immigration reform executive action.

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

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.

Election Day Update: Latino Vote in Midterm Elections Based on Support for Latino Community, Immigration Reform, Says Poll

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

Midterm Elections 2014: Republicans Convinced They Will Take Senate, But Democrats Say "Not So Fast"

A six seat victory in Tuesday's mid-term elections will give Republicans control of the House and Senate, but Democrats and Republicans are scoring very close in the polls and election think there will be runs-offs, perhaps changes in voter demographics and uncertainty about where voter anger about the economy and immigration will shape the outcome.

New York School Districts Illegally Denying Education to Latino Children, Report Says

News reports about Latino children being sent home instead of educated at a Long Island school promoted the New York Civil Liberties Union to survey other county schools with shocking results. Children are being asked for social security numbers, proof of citizenship, questioned about their immigration status and demand for 'original' birth certifications all in violation of constitutional laws that guarantee a child a free public education.

Immigration Reform 2014 News: Border Security Top Concern For Texans Despite Deaths at U.S.-Mexico Border Hitting 15-Year Low

Following the influx of undocumented immigrant children entering the U.S. this summer, border security became the top important issue among Texans based on new polling statistics.

Immigration Reform Update: Immigrant Rights Groups Call for Closing Artesia, Karnes Detention Centers as Report Details 'Inhumane' Conditions

Immigrant rights groups released a report detailing the conditions women and children are living in detention centers in the U.S. that have been referred to as "inhumane" and "negligent."

Immigration Reform News 2014: Final Recommendations Coming From Agencies for Obama's Executive Action on Immigration Reform

Government agencies like the Justice Department and Homeland Security are finalizing their recommendations on immigration reform and will be sending them to the White House in the next couple of weeks. The Obama Administration has delayed taking executive action on reform twice but has said he will make an announcement before the end of the year.

Obama Executive Actions on Immigration: Immigrant Rights Groups Call for DACA Recipients' Families' Protection

National immigrant rights groups are calling for President Barack Obama to use his imminent immigration executive action to protect families of DACA recipients.

Midterm Elections 2014: Five Latino Candidates Running for Congress

Five Latinos either running for congressional seats or hoping for re-election as incumbents are in tight races in California, Florida, New Hampshire and Texas.