US Govt Sends Drugmakers Initial Offers In Price Talks
The US government said it was making initial offers to drugmakers Thursday as part of Medicare negotiations meant to lower the prices many older Americans would pay for 10 medicines.
Why Florida's Democratic Party is Calling for the Resignation of Miami Mayor Francis Suárez
The calls come after a Miami Herald report alleging that Francis pushed for a no-bid contract that could have personal benefits
What Is 'Money Badger'? The U.S. Secret Operation to Build Drug-Trafficking Cases Against Venezuelan Leaders
According to media reports, authorities knew from the beginning that the actions were arguably violating international law
Fed Keeps Interest Rates Steady in January and Warns no Cuts Until its More Confident on Inflation
Rates stayed unchanged for the fourth meeting in a row. The Central Bank signaled openness to cutting if price increases keep cooling
'Take Our Border Back': Convoy Heads to Eagle Pass to Support Texas' Crackdown on Immigration
The League of United Latin American Citizens warns that members of the convoy could turn violent toward immigrant communities
Latinos are Drastically Underrepresented at the Local Government Level, Data Shows
A report by The Conversation illustrates the claim with figures from city, county and school board officials
US Could Jail Foreign Officials Under New Bribery Law
Anticorruption activists around the world have high hopes for a new US law that for the first time allows Washington to prosecute foreign officials who receive bribes.
Sinaloa Cartel Gave Millions to AMLO's 2006 Presidential Campaign: Report
Journalist Anabel Hernández cited an investigation by the DEA and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York
IMF Expects U.S. and Latin America's GDP to Grow 2.5% This Year, Decelerate in 2024
In its new World Economic Outlook, the organization said that the global economy is approaching a soft landing, but risks remain
US, Iran Proxy War At Turning Point After American Troops Killed
The killing of three US troops is dragging the United States further into a proxy war with Iran that President Joe Biden had hoped to avoid and that he still hopes can be contained.
U.S. to Restore Venezuela Oil Sanctions if María Corina Machado Remains Banned from Presidential Race
The country's top court ruled last week that the opposition's top candidate can't compete in elections until 2036
Land of Opportunity Still Shines: Latino Migration Driven by Upward Mobility Dreams
Most Latino immigrants said they migrated for better economic and job opportunities for them and their children
A Look at the Latino Electorate in Nevada Ahead of the Democratic and Republican Primaries
A study by NALEO shows that Latino registered voters tend to be younger and unaffiliated with either major party more than non-Latinos
Why is Biden Losing Support With Latinos? Here's What Two Organizations From the Community Say
Officials from Latino Victory and UnidosUS gave their perspective on the trend shown by recent polling
China, North Korea Vice Foreign Ministers Meet In Pyongyang
China's vice foreign minister was in Pyongyang on Friday for a meeting with his North Korean counterpart.
Hispanic Lawmaker from Florida Introduces Bill to Ban Abortion in Practically All Circumstances
HB 1519 would only allow abortions in cases where the mother's life is in danger; it would also charge doctors who conduct them
Congress Advances Border Negotiations, Transitioning to Funding Phase Amidst Optimism for Deal Success
Democratic Senator Chris Murphy anticipates that the House may commence voting on the bill this week, stating, "It is possible"
Walmart to Raise Annual Wages for Store Managers; How Many Latinos Work at the Company?
Payment for these employees will increase by more than 9%. The bonus structure will also be updated.
Families in Uvalde Renew Calls for Criminal Charges Against Police Following Damning DOJ Report
Although scathing, the report doesn't clarify whether more people will be held accountable for the failure to respond appropriately to the shooting
Three in Ten U.S. Latinos Describe Themselves as 'Conservatives,' the Second-Largest Group in Country
A study by Collage Group follows a trend in recent polls showing a shift in the Latino demographic
Israel Bombs Gaza As Disagreements With US Simmer
Israel bombarded southern Gaza on Friday after it publicly sparred with its main ally the United States over the possibility of a Palestinian state, the creation of which Washington sees as the only pathway to a lasting peace.
Houthis Say US Ship Hit In Gulf Of Aden Attack
Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed another attack on a US ship early Friday, after the United States launched fresh strikes on rebel targets over their aggression towards vessels in and around the Red Sea.
Uvalde Shooting Reveals 'Cascading Failures' and Lack of Urgency: Justice Department Report
The DOJ found that police officers "demonstrated no urgency" in the situation, as required, and did not treat it as an active shooter scenario
Texas Rejects Biden Administration's Cease-and-Desist Letter over Blocking of Border Area
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said the state will "continue utilizing its constitutional authority to defend her territory"
Ex-Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei Banned From Entering US For 'Corruption'
U.S. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said in a statement Wednesday that the department has "credible information indicating that Giammattei accepted bribes in exchange for the performance of his public functions during his tenure as president of Guatemala, actions that undermined the rule of law and government transparency."
Sexual Assault Accuser Confronts Trump In NY Trial
E. Jean Carroll, 80, is seeking more than $10 million alleging that Trump defamed her in 2019 when she had just come out with her assault allegation, saying she "is not my type."
Biden Administration Set to Receive Mexican Delegation to Discuss Migration Measures
Mexican Foreign Minister Alicia Bárcena will lead the group that will visit Washington on Friday
US Judge Blocks JetBlue-Spirit Airlines Merger
A US federal judge on Tuesday ruled against JetBlue's $3.8 billion takeover of low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines, saying that the deal would reduce competition.
Europe Slow To Join US-led Red Sea Mission Against Houthis
European countries have promised only low-key military support to counter Houthi rebel attacks on Red Sea shipping, as they balance geopolitical and domestic concerns with economic fears.
Most Latinos Believe Supreme Court's Ban on Considering Race in College Admissions Was a Good Decision
The figure is in line with the national average, reveals a Gallup poll