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Congratulations to our slate of candidates for 2025!

Featured Speaker

Canek Aguirre

Member, Alexandria Council

Canek Aguirre was first elected to the Alexandria City Council in November 2018 and re-elected to a third term in 2024. He is the first Latino to ever serve on the Alexandria City Council. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Canek is the son of Mexican immigrants, and he knows first-hand the importance of hard work, education, and ensuring everyone has a fair shot at the American Dream. 

From “Deport Them All” to “Except the T.A.C.O. Workers” and Back Again

In a whirlwind shift that left both supporters and critics baffled, Donald Trump has again changed his stance on immigration. Once a staunch advocate of mass deportation, last week Trump signaled an exception—for farm workers, hotel staff, and restaurant employees—citing economic “realities.” Critics quickly dubbed this the “T.A.C.O. policy,” an acronym for Temporary Agricultural, Culinary, and Occupational workers, though many note the term smacks of tone-deaf cultural appropriation.

“We can’t run our economy without them,” Trump admitted during a rally, praising the “hardworking folks who pick our food, clean our rooms, and cook our meals.” This softer tone sparked outrage among his hardline base, prompting yet another pivot. Yesterday, Trump declared that all undocumented immigrants—including those in the T.A.C.O. category—would be deported after all.

The rapid policy reversal, driven more by applause lines than legal planning, underscores the erratic nature of Trump’s immigration agenda. Critics say his inconsistent messaging isn’t just confusing—it’s dangerous. “You can’t govern with a taco in one hand and a deportation order in the other,” said a Democratic strategist. Immigrant advocates warn that using livelihoods—and communities—as political pawns has real human costs.

Current Events - Eventos Actuales

TEAR GAS, HUMAN STAMPEDES, AND ICE RAIDS: 100 HOURS IN L.A.

By STEPHEN RODRICK

June 16, 2025

Have you ever been caught up in a human stampede? You’d remember it. 

But let’s back up to calmer times. Even social unrest has an internal clock. It is the eighth day of protests in downtown Los Angeles since Donald Trump’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) began grabbing immigrants from Home Depot parking lots and clothing factories in hopes of making America great again. I’ve been here for four days watching the uneasy coexistence of riot shields and men in mammoth pickup trucks with giant Mexican flags blasting Nipsey Hussle’s “Fuck Donald Trump” at unfathomable volumes. 

If you watch Fox News or spend time on the rack of the Twitter Machine, you believe that the protests have ruined the 500 square miles that comprises Los Angeles. If you’re here, you realize that the protests are limited to a four-block radius that you would have to circle eight times to get your FitBit to 10,000 steps. Nevertheless, right-wing media will dismiss you as a misinformation radical if you don’t acknowledge that a half-dozen Waymos have been set afire and some awful people dropped stones on police cars — but this is not the Rodney King riots when 92 people lost their lives, the city shut down, and lost a $1 billion in revenue. 

I have settled into a routine. In the morning, I go for a walk to see what happened the night before. My Hilton is about a mile from the Roybal Federal Building that houses both ICE and Homeland Security and where, according to Trump, civilization was ending in some kind of Sodom-meets-1980s Detroit, and that’s why he took over the National Guard and called in the Marines to Los Angeles.

● ● ● The author describes his walk through quiet streets and into an area of a few blocks where he experienced the fear and unreast caused by ICE and National Guard activity ● ● ● 

Shaking, I begin the walk back to my hotel. And I wonder how people live with this fear every day of their lives. And then I wonder how a government can do this to their people. And I want to break something, anything.



I get back to my room and turn on the television. The president is in Washington, D.C., watching tanks and soldiers with rifles pass him by. The man who never served salutes and smiles. Yesterday, Trump made it explicit that this is just the beginning. He railed on Truth Social that deportation efforts would be ratcheted up in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York. 

Why? If you have been paying attention you will not be surprised.

“These, and other such Cities, are the core of the Democrat Power Center, where they use Illegal Aliens to expand their Voter Base, cheat in Elections, and grow the Welfare State, robbing good paying Jobs and Benefits from Hardworking American Citizens.” 

None of that is true, but the question of who benefits has been answered.

Read the entire article HERE.

Events - Eventos

Virginia Democrats

Blue Commonwealth Gala

June 21, 2025 @ 7 — 10 pm

Main Street Station

1500 E Main St,

Richmond, VA 23219

In 2017, Virginia Democrats led the charge by sweeping all three statewide offices and flipping 15 House of Delegates seats. Once again, we’re setting the stage for the nation, and 2025 is our chance to show the country exactly what’s at stake.

That’s why we’re thrilled to invite you to the 2025 Blue Commonwealth Gala. This is our moment to celebrate our nominees, rally our movement, and prepare for the tough fights ahead.

La Fiesta Virginia Beach

Friday, June 27, 2025 @ 5:30 pm

24th Street Park

Friday is FREE and open to the public.

Saturday, June 28, 2025 @ 3 pm

On the beach at 24th Street

Saturday is a ticketed event.



Learn more HERE.

Norfolk Latino Music Festival

July 19, 2025 @ 2 - 11 pm

Town Point Park,

Downtown Norfolk Waterfront

Free & Open to the Public!

24th Annual Norfolk Latino Music Festival. Eat, drink, and salsa the night away. Featuring explosive live music performances, an eclectic offering of Latin cuisine including tacos and empanadas, fun family-friendly activities, authentic dance lessons and performances, and much more, the festival celebrates Hampton Roads’ vibrant Latin community! Learn more HERE.

Latino Leaders Network 8th Cafecito Series



The Latino Leaders Network is proud to announce the 8th Cafecito Series on July 30th, 2025, at the National Education Association in Washington, DC, featuring Jasmin Chavez Cruz as the recipient of our Rising Star Award! 🌟 This prestigious award celebrates a rising Latino/a changemaker demonstrating remarkable leadership, potential, and commitment to community impact.

Read her biography HERE.

4th Annual

Bachata Vida

Summer Festival

July 31 - August 3,2025

Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St.

Virginia Beach, VA, 23451

Four Days, 40 Hours of Bachata & Salsa Dancing! 

Escape to the Beach! With all of the uncertainty and craziness in the world the dance floor is your place to unwind! The only "pop-up" Latin Dance Festival in the US! With 8 locations, it's not your usual festival, it's different. No matter if you are a beginner or advanced dancer, we have something for YOU! Dance classes for every level including a beginner's package, dance parties, sunrise social, and more are all waiting for you... at the beach! Learn more HERE.

UNIDOS

Annual Conference

August 5-7, 2025

Kansas City, MO

UnidosUS is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that serves as the nation’s largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization. Since our founding in 1968, we have contributed to a stronger America by elevating the voice of Latinos, and defending and advancing our community’s concerns.

¿Qué Pasa?

Festival of Herndon

September 14, 2025 @ 12 - 6 pm

Lynn Street & Surrounding Areas

777 Lynn St., Herndon, VA 20170

Kick-off Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating at the annual ¿Qué Pasa? Festival of Herndon! This festival features a diverse array of activities, including live music and performances, authentic Latin/Hispanic cuisine, artisanal crafts, interactive workshops, and much more. Attendees can expect to be immersed in the vibrant Latin/Hispanic culture, experiencing the sights, rhythmic sounds, and incredible flavors that make it so unique.

Festival Latinoamericano

September 27, 2025 @ 5 - 9 pm

Arlington Mill Community Center

909 S Dinwiddie St, Arlington, VA 22204

Enjoy the rich tapestry of Latin American art, food, and culture found right here in Arlington, celebrating the vibrant and diverse cultures that enrich our community. Our mission is to showcase the rich tapestry of Latin American art, food, and culture in Arlington County, providing a platform for local artists, chefs, and performers to share their talents and traditions with the public.

Festival Latinoamericano is FREE. Registration is not required, but heavily encouraged to allow us to have an accurate count of anticipated attendance.

Manassas Latino Festival

September 27, 2025 @ 11 am - 6 pm

The Loy E. Harris Pavilion

9201 Center Street

Manassas, VA 20110

The Manassas Latino Festival is an annual event which includes live music, dance performances, diverse foods and other fun activities for the entire family, all in celebration of the cultural heritage and contributions of the Latin American community to our City, surrounding areas and to our nation. 

The Manassas Latino Festival is a project of Sambos USA, Inc.

Fiesta DC

September 27 & 28 @ 11 am - 7 pm

Pennsylvania Ave NW

between 7th NW and 3rd St NW

Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of Fiesta DC! This two-day extravaganza transforms Washington, D.C. into a global fiesta celebrating Latino cultures. Savor authentic and diverse Latin American cuisine, lose yourself in the infectious rhythms of live music and dance performances, and explore a marketplace brimming with handcrafted artisan creations. Fiesta DC is a celebration for all ages, offering engaging activities and fostering a spirit of community and cultural exchange.

Meet the Candidates

Abigail Spanberger

We have an excellent candidate for Governor in Abigail Spanberger. All of the current candidates for the Virginia primary election on June 17, 2025, are listed below. There are 5 candidates for Lieutenant Governor, including one Latino, and 2 candidates for Attorney General.

Click on any picture to learn more about the candidate and how to get involved with their campaign or HERE for our quick reference list.

LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR CANDIDATES

Alex Bastani

State Sen. Ghazala Hashmi

Babur Lateef

State Sen. Aaron Rouse

Victor Salgado

Levar Stoney

ATTORNEY GENERAL CANDIDATES

Jay Jones

Shannon Taylor

Get involved.

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Latino Caucus

Fairfax County

Democratic Committee

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www.FairfaxDemocrats.org

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Maritza Zermeño — Chair

Marta Calderon — Secretary

Leonel Rojas — Social Media Master



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