Hate Crimes
On Anti-Asian Hate, Frustration Builds on Biden's Slow Response
Amid a growing wave of anti-Asian discrimination and hate crimes, President Joe Biden has faced backlash from some in the Asian American and Pacific Islander community over what's been seen as a slow effort to bring AAPI voices into the White House.
Chinese Official Condemns U.S. Systemic Racism, Hate Crimes Against Asians
A spokesperson for China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs described U.S. racism as "a systemic and persistent existence."
Over 1,800 New Yorkers Offer to Protect Asian Americans From Hate Crimes
Over 1,800 volunteers have reportedly offered to escort Asian American pedestrians in New York City's Chinatown neighborhood amid a wave of anti-Asian hate crimes in the city.
Man Arrested in NY Attack on Asian Woman Was Convicted of Killing Mother
The suspect was allegedly seen in a viral video kicking a 65-year-old woman in the stomach, and then repeatedly kicking her once she fell to the ground.
Fact Check: Did 38 Witnesses See Kitty Genovese Get Killed in 1964?
A recent attack on an Asian American woman, and the indifferent reaction of a nearby witness, is reminding many on social media of Kitty Genovese, a young woman who was killed in 1964.
White Supremacist F. Glenn Miller Asks for Death Sentence to Be Overturned
He founded a Ku Klux Klan chapter in the Carolinas and also told jurors that he would kill more Jewish people if he got the chance.
Atlanta Spa Shootings Pose Potential Test for Georgia's New Hate Crime Law
The legislation is the first of its kind in Georgia, which until then was one of only four states still lacking such statutes despite more than a decade of advocacy.
Rep. Chu Says Trump Rhetoric Undermined Anti-Asian Hate Crimes Legislation
The Democratic congresswoman discussed two pieces of proposed legislation that lawmakers are working to pass, which would establish systems to better identify and address hate crimes, on Sunday.
'We Need Help'—Georgia Sen. Sent Asian American Warning Day Before Shooting
Hate crimes against Asian Americans increased by nearly 150 percent last year, a report has found.
Trump Repeats 'China Virus' Slur on TV on Same Night As Atlanta Shootings
Eight people, most of them Asian women, were shot dead at three massage parlors in Georgia on Tuesday
Asian Americans Hail Biden's Hate Crime Plea: 'Stark Contrast to Kung Flu'
President Joe Biden's call for an end to hate crimes against Asian Americans amid the COVID-19 pandemic was made " in stark contrast to the former President who made racist remarks like 'Kung Flu' that inflamed prejudices against Asian Americans," according to Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.).
Asian Americans Emerging as a Strong Voice Against Critical Race Theory
Few are willing to speak out against it for fear of being labeled racists or white supremacists. Asian Americans, however, have emerged as a powerful voice against this pernicious ideology.
Video Shows Malaysian Man Beaten in NYC as Anti-Asian Hate Attacks Spike
In 2020, 122 incidents of anti-Asian-American hate crimes occurred in 16 of the nation's most populous cities—a nearly 150 percent increase over 2019.
Andrew Yang Calls Rise in Anti-Asian Violence 'Painful' at New York Rally
Hundreds of New Yorkers came together for a rally in support of Asian community members amid a spike in hate crimes.
Richard Tobin, 19, Pleads Guilty for Conspiracy to Vandalize Synagogues
"While we all have the right to believe whatever we want," an FBI agent said, "when those views lead to violence, that's a different and dangerous story."
Murder of Non-Binary Teen Killed at Christmas Party Broadcast on Facebook
"People hated him because of what he wore and it's not right," the victim's mother said. "They took somebody special because he wore a dress."
Kansas Man Faces Threatens Black Boy With Knife for Being In 'White Town'
Cody Donner allegedly yelled racial slurs at a Black teen walking through Paola, a small town about 44 miles south of Kansas City, Kansas. Donner allegedly brandished his knife towards the teen, informing him that Paola is a "white town."
Hate Crimes Under Trump Surged Nearly 20 Percent Says FBI Report
The report also shows that hate-motivated murders, largely committed by white supremacists, spiked to their highest number in 28 years.
Hate Crime Charges Issued to Woman Who Allegedly Attacked Black Jogger
Lorena Delaguna, 53, could face 7 years in prison for hate crimes after allegedly throwing a glass bottle at a Black woman jogging by on a city sidewalk, while yelling the n-word and telling her to "go back to Africa."
Police Look for White Woman Who Threw Bottle, Yelled N-Word at Black Jogger
"Get out of here! Go back to Africa, [n-word]," the woman yelled. Unbeknownst to her and the jogger, someone recorded the incident on video.
Man Loses Front Teeth in Beating For Hanging Pride Flag Outside Own Home
A man driving by stopped his car, exited and attacked the rainbow flag owner in his own yard, swearing at him and calling him an anti-gay slur.
Judge Rejects Jussie Smollett's Claim to Drop Charges Over Double Jeopardy
Smollett remains accused of allegedly carrying out a hate crime against himself in January of 2019. He has never faced trial over the allegations.
Virginia Man Accused of Running Truck into Protesters Calls Self KKK Leader
"We are investigating whether hate crimes charges are appropriate," said Virginia Commonwealth Attorney Shannon Taylor in a Monday statement.
Georgia Lieutenant Governor Says He Supports State Hate Crime Law
Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan says he backs a proposed hate crime law that would give sentencing guidelines for those convicted on bias-motivated violence.
CDC Offers Advice for Reducing Stigma Amid Coronavirus-Related Hate Crimes
The coronavirus outbreak has resulted in certain groups facing social stigma, discrimination and hate crimes.
Asian Man Targeted in New York Coronavirus Hate Crime Attack
Victim spat on in Brooklyn subway station as New York Attorney General Letitia James condemns those using COVID-19 to be "racist, xenophobic, or biased."
Michael Bloomberg Criticizes Bernie Sanders at AIPAC, Won't Move Embassy
Bloomberg, who received a standing ovation when introduced at AIPAC, demanded bipartisan support for Israel from Democrats but never directly criticized Republicans or President Donald Trump by name.
DOJ Arrests Alleged White Supremacists for Intimidating Journalists
Four alleged white supremacists were arrested Wednesday for sending hate propaganda to journalists and activists in four different states.
Virginia Considers Ban on Gun Ownership After Some Hate Crimes Convictions
The legislation also contains a somewhat unique provision allowing for firearms rights to be restored after two years based on the approval of a state judge.
Amy Klobuchar Co-Sponsors Bipartisan Hate Crime Enforcement Bill
Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Lisa Murkowski have jointly introduced a bill intended to strengthen the enforcement of hate crimes laws.