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As Judge Orders Trump to Reinstate DACA, DREAMers Worry Immigration Program Will Remain in Danger
The Gomezes, two undocumented brothers, say the immigration program is still in danger and a long-term legislative fix is still in dire need.
Latino Census Response Lags as Coronavirus Spikes, Especially in Puerto Rico
WASHINGTON, D.C. — With just over three months to go in the self-response period, the Latino response rate for the 2020 Census is dragging.
COVID-19 Cases Grow in Brazilian Amazon
COVID-19 continues to make inroads into the Brazilian Amazon, and the New York Times reports that health workers may be partly responsible.
Documentary ‘We Are The Radical Monarchs’ Witnesses Young Social Justice Warrior Girls Fight for Change
The documentary offers real hope about a future generation of fierce Brown and Black girls ready to put in the work to make social justice more than just a dream.
Trump Offers Confusion, Contradictions on Immigration Order
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is promising new executive action on immigration as he returns to the defining issue of his administration. But Trump has offered contradictory and confusing statements about his plans in recent days.
#ICYMI, Here’s the Complete ‘Pandemia: Latinos in Crisis’ CBS NEWS Special Report (VIDEO)
In case you missed it on CBSN, this is the full report on CBS News’ official YouTube page.
Talking Politics From the Island Colony of Puerto Rico
The latest episode of Latino Rebels Radio.
How the Coronavirus Spread Through One Immigration Facility
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Gregory Arnold walked into the warden’s office April 1 as the novel coronavirus ripped through one of the largest immigration detention centers in the United States. Waiting with about 40 guards to begin his shift, he heard a captain say face masks were prohibited.
Commentary: How One Latino Community May Begin to Shed Six Decades of Confederate and Southern Imagery (OPINION)
The power structure is Trump happy, a lust-filled fervor infects them, one that the unwary might attribute to some kind of Viagra for political xenophobia, powered and fueled by little elephant-shaped pills.
Mayor of Portland to Trump: Get Your Troops Out of the City
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The mayor of Portland demanded Friday that President Donald Trump remove militarized federal agents he deployed to the city after some detained people on streets far from federal property they were sent to protect.
Farmworkers Are Risking Their Lives to Put Food on Your Table: What Are You Doing to Thank Them? (OPINION)
In the last weeks, cases in Homestead have risen to an all-time high. Homestead is an agricultural town —just 30 miles south of Miami— that is home to a growing number of indigenous people and immigrants from Guatemala, Mexico and Haiti many of whom work in the fields and local plant nurseries. The produce they grow is essential to the nation’s food supply.
Latino Families Are Not Equipped for Distance Learning in the Fall
Although having some time to prepare for distance learning may help improve families’ experience, the survey makes clear that Latino households are apprehensive about the prospect of distance learning.
A Dispatch From Iowa: University’s Return Plan to Classroom Ignores Pandemic’s Impact on Communities of Color (OPINION)
The decision to return to the classroom is misguided, even sinister.
Latino USA Presents: In The Bronx, A Progressive Battleground
While absentee ballots are still being counted, Ritchie Torres is now poised to become the first openly LGBTQ, Afro-Latino member of Congress.
As Country’s COVID-19 Cases Increase, Peruvians Face Daily Tragedies and Growing Concerns
On July 14, Peru’s department of health (MINSA) announced 333,867 positive COVID-19 cases and 12,229 deaths, becoming the fifth country with most positive cases in the world. As of July 17, Johns Hopkins reported 341,586 positive cases in Peru.
Puerto Rico Reverses Reopening Measures a Day After Allowing Tourists
Videos showed long lines at the airport on Wednesday, and some travelers were unaware of the new requirements.
Say Their Names: Latino Lives Lost to Police Brutality (OPINION)
In America, police brutality is often viewed in a Black and White narrative leaving Indigenous, Latino, and other people of color out of the conversation.
Latin America Faces ‘Lost Decade’ From Coronavirus GDP
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean said Wednesday the region’s per-capita gross domestic product is likely to drop by 9.1% in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Puerto Rico Rolls Back Openings Amid Spike in COVID-19 Cases
By DÁNICA COTO, Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s governor on Thursday announced major rollbacks including the closure of bars, gyms, marinas, theaters and casinos and restricted the use of beaches as the U.S. territory is hit by a spike in COVID-19 cases in recent weeks. Gov. Wanda Vázquez said the […]
New Jersey Announces $20 Million in Additional Funding to Combat Food Insecurity
PASSAIC, NJ — Before the pandemic hit New Jersey, José Díaz used to wake up every day at 4:00 a.m. to make breakfast, and fix some lunch before heading to the local Home Depot in the city of Passaic to work. That changed when the coronavirus pandemic swept the state, and he became one of dozens standing in line at The Salvation Army Community Center in downtown Passaic to get a plate of food, and a bag of groceries that can last him for a couple of days.
Immigration Authorities Could Begin Separating Hundreds of Detained Children From Their Migrant Parents Friday
More than 300 migrant children being held in federal detention facilities in Texas and Kansas could soon be separated from their parents, according to NBC News.