AAPI lawmakers press for Justice Department meeting on anti-Asian attacks
A DOJ spokesperson said the agency “will vigorously enforce the laws including in cases where Asian Americans are targeted.”
Advocates seek overhaul of White House Initiative on AAPIs
AAPI Progressive Action is pressing Biden to swiftly revamp the federal office amid a surge in anti-Asian violence.
Biden directs agencies to counter anti-Asian hate in racial equity push
The president instructed the Justice Department to partner with AAPI communities to prevent future hate incidents.
Transportation Secretary Chao resigns after Capitol riots shake nation
Chao becomes the first Cabinet secretary to jump ship in the wake of Wednesday's violence.
Vanita Gupta tapped for senior Justice Department post
Gupta currently leads a civil rights coalition that includes many leading AAPI advocacy groups.
Biden picks Katherine Tai as trade czar, but CAPAC fears remain
The senior House staffer is Biden's second Asian American Cabinet nominee.
Worried Asian American lawmakers press Biden on Cabinet picks
Leading AAPI advocacy groups are backing California's Julie Su for Labor secretary.
Korean American, Native Hawaiian representation set to increase in Congress
Marilyn Strickland, Michelle Steel, Young Kim, and Kai Kahele bring the total number of AANHPI members to a new high.
Murthy to return as surgeon general as Biden preps pandemic response
The ex-Obama official has been a top coronavirus adviser and outspoken advocate for the president-elect
Biden nominates Neera Tanden as budget chief, setting up Senate fight
If confirmed, Tanden would become the first South Asian American woman to oversee the Office of Management and Budget.