Politics
Advocates, lawmakers urge federal judges to prevent a New Jersey private migrant jail from opening
Concerns from advocates and state Democrats come after a 2023 ruling that allowed a private immigrant jail in New Jersey to remain open
As immigration remains among top issue for voters, Biden and Trump double down on inaccurate statements
A recent fact check report by The New York Times shows both candidates relying on inflated or outright false statements when talking about immigration
Prominent Venezuelan gang may be making its way to the U.S., but how do they cross the border?
El Tren de Aragua is a transnational criminal gang that originated in a Venezuelan prison. Rumors allege they are now operating in the U.S.
DOJ finds Phoenix Police discriminated against minorities in historic investigation
The DOJ found, among other things, the Phoenix Police Department violates constitutional rights, particularly those of homeless, Hispanic and Black people
Amid mounting pressure from U.S., Mexico adopts new tactic: wearing migrants out until they give up
Since the new strategy was implemented, crossings from the southern border have decreased 40% from their all-time high in December 2023
Top resources to help pay for internet at home as Affordable Connectivity Program comes to an end
The ACP came to an end in may as it failed to get funding from Congress. To help bridge this gap, here are some resources to help you with internet payments
LeanIn.Org CEO Rachel Thomas: "double down on supporting and advancing the Latinas in your organization"
LeanIn.Org CEO Rachel Thomas recently sat down with the Latin Times to discuss the challenges Latinas in corporate America face today.
Amid decreasing support from young people, the Biden campaign seeks to maintain momentum among Seniors
With questions regarding Biden's age and competency loom large, the campaign tries to find support in another demographic— the elderly.
Trump vows to work 'side by side' with anti-abortion group amid dubious stance on the issue
Donald Trump once bragged about his role in overturning Roe v. Wade. Now, amid increased division on the topic, he doesn't even mention "abortion."
Federal agencies warn Texas not meeting SNAP, Medicaid requirements; state risks losing funding
Federal agencies said Texas is not meeting requirements to process Medicaid and SNAP applications, leading to delays and backlogs, potentially affecting funding
Iowa defends new Texas-like immigration law allowing criminal charges be brought to some immigrants
The DOJ and civil rights groups coalition argue SF2340 is unconstitutional, but Iowa says it is within their rights to enforce laws
Latinos consider voting for Biden, not because they like him, but mainly to oppose Trump; CBS News suggests
A potential rightward move from Latinos has been repeatedly reported, but a new CBS poll suggests Latinos may actually side with Biden to oppose Trump
Trump vows to not let undocumented immigrants "destroy our country" in Las Vegas rally
Trump made his way to Las Vegas this weekend for his first rally as a convicted felon, where he continued to wield anti-immigration rhetoric.
A church in El Paso that housed migrants for five decades is being contested in court by state officials
Annunciation House helped migrants find shelter when they first came to the U.S. for several decades. Now, state officials are contesting them as "stash houses"
Latinos are more likely to consider third party ticket than a full party shift, Voto Latino suggests
As the elections near, President Biden is facing a tough challenge among Latinos. It's not Trump, but rather Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
As funding remains an issue, migrants camp out in Seattle. They seek to occupy a nearby vacant motel
Migrants in Seattle are camping out in hopes to find solutions to their shelter issue. They are asking for permission to occupy a county-owned motel.
Arizona needs the most fiscal support from the federal government to handle immigration
California and Florida are also in the top 10 states that need the most support due to their sharp increase in migrant influx
Trump holds thinner lead against Biden in Florida after guilty verdict in hush money case
A new survey by Fox News shows the former President holding a four point lead against the incumbent in a state the GOP thought he would win by a landslide
With Biden's new executive order on immigration, unanswered questions over funding loom large
As Congressional disputes over budget continue, experts and migrants wonder how Biden's new executive order will take place without additional funding
Sen. and GOP VP hopeful Tim Scott launches super PAC campaign to reach Latinos and Blacks
The Senator partnered with Great Opportunity PAC to appeal to Latino and Black communities in battleground states in an effort to bring them to Trump's side
Biden executive order could decrease migrant influx in New York City, policy experts say
The Biden administration announced an executive order on Tuesday that aims to decrease illegal migration. City officials believe it could reduce arrivals
How Biden's harsh executive order on immigration could impact the Latino vote ahead of the elections
A newly announced executive order will shut down the border after a daily threshold is met. Initial reactions have been mixed during a tight election year.
International voter turnout sharply increased in Mexico's election, but many reported challenges
Almost 200,000 Mexicans in foreign countries cast their ballots in this year's race, but in-person voters across the U.S. reported obstacles at the booths
Mexico's President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum on immigration: 'violence against migrants is unacceptable'
The first female president of Mexico is tasked to tackle a hotly contested issue— immigration
Illinois' Next Generation Scholarship will allow undocumented students to receive $5000 for their studies
Students will receive up to $5000 for their studies. Here's what you should know.
The Biden Administration is expected to announce most aggressive immigration crackdown as soon as Tuesday
In an effort to stifle the influx of migrants, the Biden Administration will seek to essentially shut down the border in new aggressive executive order
Amid crackdowns, smugglers find new pathway for illegal migration: El Paso's storm drain system
The system which spans over 300 miles, has been a popular conduit for years, but has recently seen dramatic spikes amid changing politics
Majority of U.S. voters believe politicians play the "race-card" merely to get elected
As racial tensions stir the 2024 election, voters believe that politicians speak on these issues just to get elected, rather than to change the status quo.
Houston, Los Angeles and Dallas have received largest share of unaccompanied migrant children
More than 550,000 children have come into the U.S. unaccompanied between 2015 and 2023, presenting new challenges for legislators across the country
IRS Direct File program will now be a permanent option for taxpayers across all states
IRS Direct File pilot program was first rolled out this year. Now it will be a permanent option for taxpayers looking to file their returns online for free.