Maria is a News and Politics reporter at The Latin Times. She has a Master's degree in International Communication and is currently a PhD student in Political Communication. She has written for various news organizations such as LinkedIn News, as well as worked for the Office of Media Relations at St. John's University in Queens, New York. At The Latin Times, her coverage includes the 2024 election cycle— from polls to in-depth interviews with prominent Latino voices— to immigration and other trends in the current American political scene. She has a passion for storytelling and discussing democratic ideas, developments and values.
Yorely Bernal Inciarte and Maiker Espinoza Escalona were deported to Venezuela and El Salvador, but their child remains in the U.S. foster care system.
The law enforcement arm of USOS has joined a group of federal agencies, like the IRS, to cooperate with the Trump administration's mass deportation plans.
An alleged Tren de Aragua leader was arrested in California as the Trump administration continues its efforts to curb down the gang's influence in the U.S.
President Trump has hinted numerous times he is considering running for a third term, taking over Canada and Greenland, but American don't take him seriously.
Voters are increasingly critical of Musk's role and the Department of Government Efficiency, showing signs of skepticism that it is actually cutting spending.
The Trump administration has asserted repeatedly that Abrego Garcia's tattoos prove his membership in the MS-13 gang. But experts say it is not so simple.
As the Trump admin ramps up its deportation efforts, Krome Detention Center in Miami saw its prisoner population skyrocket and reports of abuse come to light.
As the Trump administration ramps up its deportation efforts, workers across the agricultural sector are experiencing more raids and difficulty finding jobs.
Long-time Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin announced his retirement Wednesday, setting off a once-in-a-decade leadership fight to fill his highly-coveted position.
Rep. Jan Schakowsky has told colleagues she plans to retire at the end of her term rather than seek reelection, marking a new departure from a Democrat in Congress
Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin (Ill.) announced Wednesday he won't seek re-election as long-time lawmakers exit the chamber and age discourse intensifies.
Schumer seems to still be suffering from his approval of the GOP's spending package, while the governor improves her performance in over a year, Siena poll.
The Trump admin has raised eyebrows for seemingly defying court orders related to immigration. The trend could send the U.S. into a constitutional crisis.
Former Department of Defense official John Ullyot resigned abruptly last week from his post. Now, he is detailing his "month from hell" working under Hegseth.
A new intelligence assessment has contradicted the Trump administration's claims that the Venezuelan government is directing a U.S. invasion by Tren de Aragua.
David Hogg, an emerging star in the Democratic party, discussed plans to challenge veteran Democrats in the 2026 elections. The initiative is not being well received.
New polls suggests voters are continuing to approve President Trump's immigration policies, as deportations ramp up, while having negative reaction on tariffs.
Musician Tim Myers announced he will challenge Ken Calvert in California's 41st District. His campaign seeks to allow Democrats to oust the longtime GOP lawmaker.
Trump publicly blasted his feud with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, suggesting he is ready to terminate the nation's most powerful economic policymaker.
Florida Republicans introduced new bill after Gov. Ron DeSantis used government staffers to help him directly raise campaign contributions and tensions rise.
