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Chauvin guilty verdict sweeps across the nation
The killing of George Floyd spurred a reckoning over police brutality and anti-Blackness within the Asian American community.
Sikh victims in Indianapolis rampage spur early calls for bias probe
Though police have not yet identified a motive, four Sikhs died in the mass shooting, which killed at least eight.
UN prods U.S. over military buildup, human rights violations in Guam
The historic move is a win for Guam natives after decades of advocacy.
AAPI activists ask Biden for ‘emergency relief’ after Atlanta slayings
More than 180 national advocacy groups are pushing for the White House to “invest in AAPI women” and commit $300 million to address anti-Asian hate.
Asian American Democrats recommend Nani Coloretti for budget chief after Tanden’s exit
Advocates say the Filipino American ex-federal official would be a history-making pick.
Biden decries 'vicious' anti-Asian attacks in prime-time address
The president's condemnation comes after AAPI advocacy groups met with the U.S. Department of Justice last week.
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.”
Worried Asian American lawmakers press Biden on Cabinet picks
Leading AAPI advocacy groups are backing California's Julie Su for Labor secretary.
In America’s first Chinatown, hundreds rally against anti-Asian racism
Asian Americans’ fight for visibility comes to San Francisco.
OCA executive director resigns following controversy over workplace toxicity
An open letter alleges the AAPI-focused civil rights organization maintains a hostile work environment.