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Joe Biden and Kamala Harris

WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Allies Praise Biden-Harris Administration Expansion of SBA’s Community Advantage Pilot Program Targeting Access to Capital for Underserved Entrepreneurs

On Wednesday, March 30, Vice President Kamala Harris and Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and voice for America's 32.5 million small businesses in President Biden's Cabinet, announced impactful reforms to the agency's Community Advantage (CA) loan program, a key SBA tool for Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Community Development Companies (CDCs), microlenders and other critical mission-based lending partners, that prioritizes equitable access to capital for low-income borrowers and those from underserved communities.
Sacramento Mass Shooting: 6 Dead, 12 Injured in 'Senseless Tragedy'

Sacramento Mass Shooting: 6 Dead, 12 Injured in 'Senseless Tragedy'

By Paola Hernández
Police said the Sacramento mass shooting on Sunday has resulted in at least six people's death, while 12 others suffered "varying degrees of injuries."
Stimulus Check: What to Do if Your Check Expired Before Cashing It?

Stimulus Check: What to Do if Your Check Expired Before Cashing It?

By Paola Hernández
An issued stimulus check has a deadline for how long the recipients can cash them. Here's what to do if your check expired before cashing it.
Senator Martin Heinrich, D-NM

Electrification Caucus Co-Chairs Call on President Biden to Achieve True Energy Independence with Electrification and Clean Energy

By Paola Hernández
The Co-Chairs of the Electrification Caucus U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Tina Smith (D-Minn.) and U.S. Representatives Paul Tonko (D-N.Y.) and Kathy Castor (D-Fla.) released statement in response to President Biden's latest proposals to address the energy price hikes brought on by Vladimir Putin's unjustified war in Ukraine.
Cuba Travel Guide: Here's What You Need to Know Before Visiting the Caribbean Country

Cuba Travel Guide: Here's What You Need to Know Before Visiting the Caribbean Country

By Paola Hernández
If you decide to travel to Cuba, here are some travel safety tips for avoiding trouble on your trip.
Donald and Melania Trump Marriage: How Do the Former White House Couple Manage to Stay Together for Over a Decade

Donald and Melania Trump Marriage: How Do the Former White House Couple Manage to Stay Together for Over a Decade

By Paola Hernández
Melania Trump has chosen to stay out of the limelight when her husband, former President Donald Trump, took the role of being the country's leader.
U.S.-Mexico Border: 110 Migrants Rescued in Separate Smuggling Attempts in Texas; DHS Announces End to Title 42 Expulsions

U.S.-Mexico Border: 110 Migrants Rescued in Separate Smuggling Attempts in Texas; DHS Announces End to Title 42 Expulsions

By Paola Hernández
At least 110 illegal migrants, who were trying to cross the U.S.-Mexico border, were rescued by Texas officials in separate smuggling attempts this week.
SNAP Benefits 2022: Schedule of April Payments in Texas, $318 Million Budget Revealed

SNAP Benefits 2022: Schedule of April Payments in Texas; $318 Million Budget Revealed

By Paola Hernández
Gov. Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is providing more than $318 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program food benefits for April.
Hunter Biden's Wife: Who Is Melissa Cohen? Getting to Know the Second Wife of President Joe Biden's Son

Hunter Biden's Wife: Who Is Melissa Cohen? Getting to Know the Second Wife of President Joe Biden's Son

By Paola Hernández
Melissa Cohen is the second wife of Hunter Biden, who has been hitting the headlines recently after The New York Times confirmed the authenticity of his laptop.
6 Human Heads Found on Car Roof in Mexico's Guerrero State Along With Dismembered Bodies, Narco Message

6 Human Heads Found on Car Roof in Mexico's Guerrero State Along With Dismembered Bodies, Narco Message

By Paola Hernández
Six human heads and some dismembered bodies were found on a parked car in the municipality of Chilapa de Alvarez in Mexico's state of Guerrero on Thursday.
Armed Attacks in Mexico's Michoacan State Leave 6 People Dead, 2 Others Injured in a Span of 24 Hours

Armed Attacks in Mexico's Michoacan State Leave 6 People Dead, 2 Others Injured in a Span of 24 Hours

By Paola Hernández
Six people were killed, and two others were wounded in separate armed attacks in Mexico's state of Michoacan that happened in a 24-hour period.
Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's Son-in-Law, Questioned by Jan. 6 Committee for Over Six Hours

Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's Son-in-Law, Questioned by Jan. 6 Committee for Over Six Hours

By Paola Hernández
Former President Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, has been interviewed by the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack last year.
UFC Legend Stephan Bonnar 'Lost Everything' After His Nevada Home Caught Fire

UFC Legend Stephan Bonnar 'Lost Everything' After His Nevada Home Caught Fire, Wife Confirms

By Paola Hernández
No injuries were reported after UFC legend Stephan Bonnar's home in Nevada State was set ablaze this week
Caitlyn Jenner Joins Fox News as Contributor, Set to Appear on Sean Hannity Program

Caitlyn Jenner Joins Fox News as Contributor, Set to Appear on Sean Hannity Program

By Paola Hernández
Caitlyn Jenner has been hired by Fox News as its new contributor, with her first appearance scheduled on Thursday on Sean Hannity's program.
U.S. Rep. for Ohio, Tim Ryan

AAPI Victory Fund Condemns Xenophobic Rhetoric by All Parties

By Paola Hernández
Earlier this week, Rep. Tim Ryan launched an ad buy for his Senate campaign that is rife with sinophobic rhetoric, a move which pits nativists against those within the AAPI community.
Pres. Joe Biden to Release 1 Million Oil Barrels per Day To Curb High Gas Prices

Pres. Joe Biden to Release 1 Million Oil Barrels per Day To Curb High Gas Prices

By Paola Hernández
U.S. President Joe Biden has announced that he will be releasing one million oil barrels per day from the country's Strategic Petroleum Reserve for the next six months in an attempt to put a stop to high gas prices.
Rams Win Bobby Wagner Chase With $50 Million Deal; Ravens QB Lamar Jackson Angry

Rams Win Bobby Wagner Chase With $50 Million Deal; Ravens QB Lamar Jackson Angry

By Paola Hernández
Pro Bowl linebacker Bobby Wagner will be remaining in the NFC West next season despite his release by the Seattle Seahawks.
Philadelphia Woman Becomes First Latina Priest in Episcopal Dioceses of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia Woman Becomes First Latina Priest in Episcopal Dioceses of Pennsylvania

By Paola Hernández
A Philadelphia woman has made history as the first Latina priest in the Episcopal Dioceses of Pennsylvania.
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New York State Labor Department Releases Preliminary February 2022 Area Unemployment Rates

By Paola Hernández
The New York State Department of Labor has released the preliminary local area unemployment rates for February 2022.
Joe Biden-Kamala Harris Administration Expands SBA Pilot Program Targeting Access to Capital for Underserved Entrepreneurs

Joe Biden-Kamala Harris Administration Expands SBA Pilot Program Targeting Access to Capital for Underserved Entrepreneurs

By Paola Hernández
Vice President Kamala Harris unveils improvements to SBA Community Advantage Pilot Program at a White House event with SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, extending it to 2024.
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