Politics

Bernie Sanders Introduces Bill Banning Private Prisons & Immigration Detention Centers

Democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders wants private companies out of the business of running prisons and immigration detention centers. The Vermont senator introduced legislation on Thursday to end for-profit prisons.

Twitter Politics: New 'Cashtag' Lets Candidates, Groups Raise Funds

If you found Hillary Clinton's or Donald Trump's latest tweet particularly inspiring, you can now make a political donation directly through the social media app.

Donald Trump Backlash: Marc Anthony Disses GOP Frontrunner at Las Vegas Concert Over Immigration Stance

Marc Anthony used the early moments of UNIDO2, Las Vegas concert before a crowd of about 12,000 to again berate leading Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump over his tough stance immigration policies.

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.

GOP Debate 2015 Recap: Immigration, Donald Trump Become Hot Topics For Candidates in Early Debate

Republican presidential candidates have gathered at the Ronald Reagan Library in California, and four White House hopefuls engaged in the first of two debates on Wednesday.

Ben Carson Charges #BlackLivesMatter Movement Bullies People; Country Too Concerned About Race

Ben Carson, a surging Republican presidential candidate, recently journeyed to the divided Missouri city of Ferguson and gave a speech on the need to "de-emphasize race."

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

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

GOP Debate Watch Parties: RNC Hispanic Team Organizes 76 House Parties Across Key Latino States

Millions of Americans are set to watch the second Republican presidential primary debate and to further the GOP’s Latino outreach, the Republican National Committee’s (RNC) Hispanic staff organized 76 debate watch parties.

2016 Election Polls: Trump Leads, But Ben Carson Makes Gains in New Hampshire

Although Donald Trump has maintained a significant lead over the other 15 Republican contenders running in the 2016 presidential election, a new poll showed retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson is hot on his trail in New Hampshire.

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.

Hillary Clinton Impersonates Donald Trump

Democratic presidential front-runner Hillary Clinton took a humorous route on Monday, when she mocked her Republican counterpart, Donald Trump, by impersonating the tycoon during a campaign stop in Iowa.

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.

GOP Latino Outreach: Republicans Recognize Hispanic Heritage Month 2015

The frontrunner for the GOP's 2016 presidential nomination may have antagonized Latinos with his anti-Mexican comments, but the Republican National Committee (RNC) is trying to reach out to the critical constituency during Hispanic Heritage Month.