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One Policy Angering Puerto Rico Protesters Impacts Black and Brown People Across the US
In the wake of Governor Ricardo Rosselló’s historic resignation, all of Puerto Rico is primed as “opportunity zones” for our nation’s wealthiest.
Swamped Immigration Courts Manage to Fast-Track Family Cases
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rosita López said armed gang members demanded money from her and her partner at their small grocery store on the Guatemalan coast and threatened to kill them when they couldn’t pay. When her partner was shot soon afterward, they sold everything and fled north.
Norway: Talks Between Venezuela Gov’t, Opposition to Proceed
WASHINGTON (AP) — Norway’s foreign ministry said Friday that the government of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and the opposition led by Juan Guaidó will continue their negotiations on resolving the political standoff in the South American country.
Puerto Rico Governor Resigns as Promised, Successor Sworn In
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló resigned Friday as promised, clearing the way for veteran politician Pedro Pierluisi to be sworn in as his replacement, a move that threw the U.S. territory into a period of political uncertainty.
The Latest: Puerto Rico Senate Leader Lambastes Departing Governor
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The Latest on Puerto Rico’s political crisis (all times local)
An English Translation of Ricardo Rosselló’s Final Act as Governor of Puerto Rico
Under this legal system, the Secretary of State, Pedro Pierluisi, being appointed in recess and the governorship becoming vacant, it corresponds that he is sworn in as the new governor for the rest of the present term.
After Massive Push From Advocacy Groups, 8 Banks Are Pulling Back From Private Prison Financing
The Families Belong Together Corporate Accountability Committee celebrates victory.
Puerto Rico Still Unsure Who’ll Be Governor Within Hours
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — With just hours left before Puerto Rico’s governor was expected to step down, his designated successor tried Friday to convince legislators to confirm him in a down-to-the-wire attempt to avoid political chaos and avert a potential constitutional crisis.
Puerto Ricans Unite Against Rosselló and More Than a Decade of Cultural Trauma (OPINION)
The governor’s corruption further compromised the post-disaster recovery of Puerto Ricans,
Succession Uncertainty Looms as Rosselló Is Set to Step Down in Puerto Rico
The Associated Press called the situation a “full-blown” constitutional crisis.
800 Asylum Seekers Returned to Wait in Mexican Border City
MATAMOROS, Mexico (AP) — The United States government has sent about 800 mostly Central American and Cuban migrants back to this northern Mexico border city since expanding its controversial “remain in Mexico” program to the easternmost point on the shared border two weeks ago, Mexican authorities say.
Latino USA Presents: Why Ricky Resigned
Latino USA brings context to the leaked messages that sparked massive protests in Puerto Rico and, in turn, led to the resignation of Governor Ricardo Rosselló.
GOP Pushes Immigration Bill, Skirting Rules as Dems Protest
By LISA MASCARO, AP Congressional Correspondent WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee upended the rules Thursday for immigration legislation that would extend family detentions as chairman Lindsey Graham muscled the measure forward over the objections of Democrats. It’s one last battle, led by a top ally of President Donald Trump, before senators […]
THE CHAMBERMAID Shatters Stereotypes of Domestic Workers While Delivering a Compelling Story
In her debut feature, Lila Avilés focuses on the intricate character study of a hotel worker in one of Mexico City’s most luxurious hotels.
Choice of Puerto Rico Governor’s Successor Delayed
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s governing party was in full-blown crisis Thursday as confirmation of the nominee to succeed departing Gov. Ricardo Rosselló was delayed into next week, casting doubt over who will become governor when Rosselló leaves office.
Paraguayan Lawmakers Call Vote to Decide Whether to Impeach President Benítez
The vote comes following a secret energy deal with Brazil that surfaced this week.
Nicaraguan Opposition Slams Government’s No Show at Talks
MANAGUA, Nicaragua (AP) — Nicaraguan opposition leaders returned to the negotiating table Wednesday at a business center where talks on resolving the country’s political crisis stalled months ago, but there was nobody there to talk to.
Puerto Rico Tries to Pick New Governor Amid Crisis
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s governing party was in full-blown crisis Thursday as the nominee to succeed departing Gov. Ricardo Rosselló headed to a disputed and uncertain confirmation vote in the U.S. territory’s legislature.
Protesters Block Windsor Tunnel During Debate to Demand #DignityNotDeportation
.Immigrant and allies call on Democratic candidates to commit to stopping all deportations on day one in office
US Homeland Security Discusses Asylum Agreement in Guatemala
GUATEMALA CITY (AP) — The acting head of U.S. Homeland Security held discussions behind closed doors in Guatemala on Wednesday on an agreement that would force many asylum seekers to file claims in the Central American country instead of the United States.