Latinos in the United States

Today, Latinos are the fastest-growing ethnic group in the United States. Some have come to the country very recently—but others have been here as long or longer than any European group.

Lots and lots of people still want to come to the United States. Some come legally, some illegally. Illegal or legal, Latino immigrants are an important part of America.

Learn about the laws that Latino immigrants face when they try to come to this country. See deeper into the history of America''s Latino population—and find out the many ways Latinos are shaping America.