Politics

California Gov. Jerry Brown Signs Right-to-Die Bill

California Gov. Jerry Brown on Monday signed a controversial bill that allows terminally ill residents to legally take their own lives, but the law does not take effect until the end of the legislative session - probably in mid-2016.

Edward Snowden Willing to Serve Prison Time Under Plea Deal

Edward Snowden has not been offered a plea deal by U.S. authorities, even though then-Attorney General Eric Holder said earlier this year that the National Security Agency (NSA) leaker had "spurred a necessary debate" and that a deal was in the realm of the possible.

Immigration News 2015: North Carolina HB 318 Criticized By Clinton's DREAMer Latino Outreach Director

A Hillary Clinton presidential campaign staffer has called for North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory to veto a bill that affects the undocumented community.

Millennials 'Absolutely Critical' in Changing Political Status Quo, Says Gov. Jon Huntsman

A political movement with Democrats, Republicans and independents has been dedicated to change the status quo and insert new politics of problem solving, and No Labels co-chair Jon Huntsman told Latin Post about the need for change, impact of millennial voters and the upcoming “Problem Solver Convention.”

TPP Trade Deal: Officials Reach an Agreement on the Trans-Pacific Trade Partnership

The United States and 11 other Pacific Rim countries finally reached a deal on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), a massive free-trade pact.

Hillary Clinton on Gun Control: Executive Action Is An Option

The Democratic presidential candidates have been announcing their proposals to combat gun-related violence.

2016 Presidential Race: Uptick in Polls Weighs on Rubio's Friendship With Bush

The relationship between Florida Sen. Marco Rubio and former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, who once served as his mentor, is increasingly coming apart, as both men seek to make their marks in the crowded field of 2016 GOP White House contenders.

2016 Presidential Race: Hillary Clinton Takes Jabs at Trump in 'SNL' Cameo

"Val," a folksy bartender played by none other than Hillary Clinton, served up drinks for "Hillary Clinton," a thirsty presidential front-runner played by Kate McKinnon, on last weekend's "Saturday Night Live."

Presidential Election 2016: Bernie Sanders Adds Arturo Carmona for Campaign's Latino Outreach

Bernie Sanders' presidential campaign has finally added a name for its Latino outreach with Presente.org executive director Arturo Carmona.

Trump Still Ahead, GOP Race Tightens in Iowa and New Hampshire

Days after he admitted that he would consider dropping out of the 2016 White House race if his polls dipped, Donald Trump may be falling victim to a self-fulfilling prophecy as his numbers are slipping in key early-voting states.

Democratic Debate October 2015 Candidate List, Schedule, Date & Tickets: Hillary Rodham Clinton the Dem to Beat

The Democratic National Committee has announced that their inaugural debate will take place in Wynn, Las Vegas on Oct. 13.

Clinton SNL Cameo; Mocks Trump and More: Social Media Reaction

Presidential candidate Hilary Clinton made a surprise appearance on the season premiere of Saturday Night Live, but not as herself.

Protesters Clash in Mexico City Massacre Protest

On Friday thousands of masked protesters who gathered in Mexico City to commemorate the 47th anniversary of a student massacre that took place 10 days before the opening of the Summer Olympics in 1968, fought with riot police.

#YODECIDO: Spanish-Language Network to Reach Young Latinos Through Multiplatform Digital News Coverage

In effort to reach millennials, Telemundo announced that it is partnering with NBC News to produce coverage of the U.S. presidential election through a new digital multi-platform forum under a signature banner called #YODECIDO (I decide).

Presidential Polls 2016: Latest Numbers For Democratic Candates; Hillary Clinton Maintains 18-Point Leader Over Bernie Sanders

A new national poll reveals that Hillary Clinton continues to maintain a strong lead in the 2016 presidential race, while Bernie Sanders is gradually gaining ground.

Immigration Reform News: 2016 Presidential Candidate Bernie Sanders Says He Supports Obamacare for Undocumented Immigrants

Democratic presidential primary candidate Bernie Sanders announced Thursday that he is in favor of expanding the Affordable Care Act to cover undocumented immigrants.

Presidential Polls 2016: Latest Numbers For Donald Trump, Jeb Bush, Ben Carson, Carly Fiorina and Marco Rubio, Trump Surges to Near Double-Digit Lead

Donald Trump holds a commanding nine point lead over closest 2016 GOP primary challenger Ben Carson, according to a new Pew Research poll.

Congress Passes PACE Act to Protect Small Business Owners From Skyrocketing Health Care Costs

Congressman Tony Cardenas of California applauded the Senate's unanimous passage of the Protecting Affordable Coverage for Employees (PACE) Act on Thursday which will protect small business owners from health insurance rate hikes under the Affordable Care Act.

Hispanic Chamber: Donald Trump Canceled Q&A in 'Fear' of Being 'Put on Trial'

The U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce released a statement announcing that 2016 Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump has canceled his scheduled Q&A session with the group next Thursday because he was allegedly concerned that he would be "put on trial."

Donald Trump Campaign News: 'Superman' GOP Candidate to Drop Out If Polls Plummet

Donald Trump would fire himself from his own presidential campaign if his poll numbers started to drop significantly, the "Apprentice" star told CNBC's John Harwood on Thursday.