Bobby Pulido thanks rival Rep. Monica De La Cruz for campaign “advice” A poll categorized the race for the 15th Congressional District, which the GOP flipped in 2022, as a toss-up on Friday. The Texas Tribune · Sep 25
Stanford’s AI photo edit replaced Hispanic student and slimmed others IN FULL The Independent UK · Sep 25
Students outraged after university scrubs Hispanic student for Black woman in AI-altered banner: ‘Feel erased’ Two other students pictured in the modified photo issued a statement confirming one of them filed a formal discrimination claim with the university — they called for an apology, an investigation and a ban on AI-generated student photos The Independent UK · Sep 25
US midterm elections 2026: 40 days before voting, Democrats take a huge lead over Republicans; a big worry for Trump The 2026 midterm elections are approaching with Democrats leading Republicans by 11 points in a recent poll. Polls indicate increasing support for Democrats, especially among independent and Hispanic voters. Concerns about the economy dominate voters' minds, with many believing current policies are detrimental. Trump's approval rating has reached a low… The Economic Times · Sep 24
NY Latino Leaders Won $30M and an ICE Mask Ban. A Judge Froze the Ban A judge froze NY's ICE mask ban but left the 287(g) ban standing, while a $30M fund reaches Latino nonprofits before the midterms. Latin Times · Sep 24
Stanford AI row: Students outraged as university uses AI to alter Hispanic student with Black in promotional ad Stanford University used AI to change the appearance, race and gender of students in a photo before using it as a promotion for the university's residential and dining offerings. The original photo had an Asian woman, a white man and a Hispanic student. But the published version had a Black… The Times of India · Sep 24
Hispanic Heritage month 2026: Origin, date, events and how you can participate Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually from September 15 to October 15 throughout the United States. This month commemorates the independence of several Latin American countries and recognizes their contributions to American society. The celebration evolved from a week-long event in 1968, initiated by Congressman George E. Brown. It was… The Economic Times · Sep 24
Inside Pope Leo XIV's 12-Day Journey Home to Latin America: Here's Why U.S. Latinos Care. Pope Leo XIV tours Uruguay, Argentina and Peru Nov. 6–17. See the stops, the presidents he meets and what it means for U.S. Hispanic Catholics. Latin Times · Sep 24
Houston ISD Lost 21,000 Students and $190M. Deportation Fear Is Only Half the Story. Houston ISD lost 21,000 students under state control, and immigrant enrollment fell 22%. How deportation fear and a costly reform squeeze its budget. Latin Times · Sep 23
In South Texas, Bobby Pulido urges voters to see beyond red and blue GOLIAD, Texas — Standing on a stage draped with patriotic bunting in this red pocket of the Lone Star State, Bobby Pulido prodded the audience of several hundred to look past the “D” next to his name. Pulido, a Tejano singer who has two Latin Grammy Awards and broad name… Roll Call · Sep 22
Texas Latinos are Ditching the GOP. Republicans' 30-year Winning Streak May Not Survive It Latino voters, an AI data-center backlash and GOP infighting are reshaping Texas's tightest races in decades. Here's what the polls show. Latin Times · Sep 22
Latino Businesses Are Growing Twice as Fast as the National Average — So Why Is Financing Getting Harder? Latino-owned firms are outgrowing the U.S. economy, but new SBA rules, cautious banks and long-delayed CDFI funds are widening the financing gap. Latin Times · Sep 21
$1,500 a Month, 498 Square Feet: Miami's Rent Crisis Is Hitting Latino Families Hardest Miami ranked America's least affordable rental market. See why Hispanic renters bear the brunt — and what legal protections many don't know exist. Latin Times · Sep 21
Salazar to Trump: "Keep the Pot of Gold" — Or Lose Miami's Hispanic Vote Salazar says Trump was receptive to her Latino-voter warning. Here's what her ad claims, what DHS disputes, and what's at stake for FL-27. Latin Times · Sep 21
The Guardian - US · Sep 20 House Republican doubles down on jab at Trump’s immigration enforcement Florida’s María Elvira Salazar warns Trump that advisers are ‘compromising his legacy’ and not showing ‘whole picture’
Latin Times · Sep 20 'Hispanic or Latino? Please, Just Call Me Mexican' : New Data Reveals How 70 Million Americans See Themselves New Pew data: most of the record 70 million U.S. Hispanics skip the label "Hispanic," choosing their family's home country instead.
Latin Times · Sep 20 What Trump's "Weak" Jab at María Elvira Salazar Reveals About the GOP's Miami Problem Trump called Rep. María Elvira Salazar weak on border security. Here's what's behind the GOP rift over immigration in her Miami district.
Latin Times · Sep 19 Hispanic Heritage Month 2026: Key Dates, Free Events and the Smithsonian Exhibit Everyone's Anticipating A Smithsonian lowrider exhibit, free concerts and citywide festivals anchor Hispanic Heritage Month 2026, running Sept. 15–Oct. 15 nationwide.
Latin Times · Sep 19 The 'ICE Tax': What the Data Actually Says About Immigration Raids and Your Grocery Bill A new report links mass deportation to higher grocery, housing and health care costs nationwide. Here's what the data actually shows.
The Guardian - US · Sep 19 Hispanic voters’ support for Trump wanes over economy and immigration Polls show voters who helped elect president unhappy – and may be willing to vote Democrat in midterms
Latin Times · Sep 18 Astros' Hispanic Heritage Weekend at Daikin Park: What's Actually Happening Sept. 18–20 The Astros' Hispanic Heritage Weekend hits Daikin Park Sept. 18-20 with a street festival, $44 country hats and a citywide parade overlap.
International Business Times UK · Sep 18 'I'm Black I Can't Be Racist': Customer Threatens To Call ICE on Hispanic Wendy's Staff on Video A viral drive-thru confrontation at a Wendy's restaurant in Minnesota has ignited a fierce national debate over race, immigration, and institutional power.
International Business Times UK · Sep 18 MAGA Demands Deportation for Trump-Endorsed Republican After Saying His Immigration Crackdown Went 'Too Far' Florida Republican Rep. María Elvira Salazar is facing backlash from MAGA-aligned figures after a bilingual campaign ad criticised aspects of Donald Trump's immigration enforcement policies.
International Business Times · Sep 18 Florida Republican María Elvira Salazar Breaks With Trump on Immigration, Says Hispanic Voters Feel 'Betrayed' In a new campaign advertisement released ahead of the midterm elections, Salazar speaks directly to Trump and argues that some immigration enforcement actions have gone beyond what many Latino voters expected.
We Got This Covered · Sep 17 Minnesota woman threatened to call ICE on Wendy’s Hispanic workers, and she was heard saying: ‘I’m black I can’t be racist’ That's the worst defense.