Newsletter - #282 Combating New McCarthyism; AASF Forum With NIH; Dr. Zhijian "James" Chen; More #282 Combating New McCarthyism; AASF Forum With NIH; Dr. Zhijian "James" Chen; More In This Issue #282 · AIP: House Pushes to Resurrect China Initiative · AASF Forum with the National Institutes of Health · Dr. Zhijian “James” Chen Wins “America’s Nobel” · News and Activities for the Communities AIP: House Pushes to Resurrect China Initiative According to the American Institute of Physics (AIP) on September 18, 2024, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation to reinstate the Justice Department’s China Initiative under a new name. The bill known as H.R. 1398 passed on a vote of 237-180, with support from 214 Republicans and 23 Democrats.The legislation is unlikely to advance in the Democrat-controlled Senate, where the companion bill has only Republican cosponsors. In addition, the White House issued a statement strongly opposing the bill, stating it “could give rise to incorrect and harmful public perceptions that DOJ applies a different standard to investigate and prosecute criminal conduct related to the Chinese people or to American citizens of Chinese descent.”Rising in opposition to the bill, Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-NY) said that resurrecting the “misguided” China Initiative would represent a “clear step backwards.”“The China Initiative did not just waste valuable resources. If you were a person of Chinese descent working in American higher education, you were a suspect,” said Nadler, the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee. “Rather than keeping America safe, the China Initiative divided workplaces, ruined careers, and contributed to anti-Asian hate at the height of the pandemic,” he added.Rep. Judy Chu (D-CA), chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, also took to the House floor in opposition to the bill. She described the China Initiative as “the new McCarthyism,” referring to fears of communist influence in the U.S. during the Cold War that were stoked by Sen. Joseph McCarthy (R-WI). “McCarthyism had deadly effects in the 1950s and so does the China Initiative, harming our country’s competitive edge by casting a chilling effect on our academic community,” Chu said. “While we all want to stop American secrets from being stolen, investigations should be based on evidence of criminal activity, not race and ethnicity.” “This bill would essentially re-establish the DOJ’s harmful and ineffective China Initiative, in all but name,” said Joanna Derman , director of anti-racial profiling, civil rights, and national security for Asian Americans Advancing Justice | AAJC, in an email. “Instead of reviving a program that we know led to the racial profiling of Asian immigrant and Asian American scientists, we should be discussing policy solutions that would actually attract and retain top talent in critical STEM fields,” Derman continued. Last week’s vote is not the first time that the House has attempted to reinstate the China Initiative — a similar provision is in the House’s appropriations bill for DOJ. Various advocacy groups representing Asian Americans, such as the Asian American Scholar Forum and Stop AAPI Hate, have called for Congress to remove the provision from the final version of the appropriations bill.AIP is a non-profit organization that promotes the advancement and dissemination of knowledge in the field of physics and related disciplines. Founded in 1931, it serves as a federation of scientific societies, supporting the physics community through a variety of initiatives, including publications, advocacy, education, and outreach.Read the AIP report: https://bit.ly/47yU0FU . Read the White House statement: https://bit.ly/3XvIXJ1 What is McCarthyism? McCarthyism refers to a period of intense anti-communist suspicion in the United States during the early Cold War, particularly in the late 1940s and 1950s. Named after Senator Joseph McCarthy , it is characterized by widespread accusations of communist infiltration in American institutions, often without substantial evidence. The movement targeted government officials, entertainment industry figures, educators, and union leaders, among others, accusing them of being Soviet sympathizers or communist spies. McCarthyism led to investigations by the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) and loyalty tests for federal employees. Many individuals lost their jobs, were blacklisted from industries (especially in Hollywood), or faced public shaming. The era also created a climate of fear and repression, where dissenting political views were suppressed.The term "McCarthyism" now broadly refers to the practice of making baseless accusations or using unfair investigative methods to suppress dissent and stoke public fear. The movement began to collapse in 1954 after McCarthy's own credibility was questioned during the televised Army-McCarthy hearings. The famous moment during the hearings came when Joseph Welch , an attorney for the Army, confronted McCarthy with the line, "Have you no sense of decency, sir?" This marked a turning point in public opinion against McCarthy, leading to his censure by the U.S. Senate, and the eventual end of the era.McCarthyism left a lasting impact on American politics and culture, often viewed as a cautionary tale about the dangers of political persecution and mass hysteria.Watch the PBS video clip "Have You No Decency?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svUyYzzv6VI (5:46) Book Chapter on New Red Scare The FBI has a long history of surveillance of ethnic Chinese scientists in the United States. McCarthyism, the Economic Espionage Act, and more recently the China Initiative were initiatives adversely impacting Chinese and Chinese Americans living in the U.S. The stereotypes of Asian and Chinese scientists as “disloyal” stem from the perpetual foreigner trope. The key here is that most of them were U.S. citizens. They are as much an American as any other American, yet their “loyalty” is perceived as less trustworthy. This stereotype has harmful, life-altering consequences.Read this and other chapters from the book Communicated Stereotypes at Work by Anastacia Kurylo (Editor, Contributor), Yifeng Hu (Editor, Contributor), Wilfredo Alvarez (Contributor), & 29 more. ASIN:B0CSK2PGY3. Lexington Books (May 15, 2024) Opinion on Don't Bring "China Initiative" Back and More Statements On September 19, 2024, The Hill published an opinion by Mike German, senior fellow in the Brennan Center for Justice’s Liberty and National Security Program and a former FBI special agent. According to the opinion, allies of Donald Trump aim to revive the China Initiative, a failed Trump-era program targeting economic espionage by Chinese agents, which led to racial profiling and harm to U.S. science. The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 proposes its return, while Congress recently passed a bill to rebrand it as the "CCP Initiative."Originally launched in 2018, the China Initiative became a tool for targeting Chinese and Asian American researchers, rather than catching spies, leading to a chilling effect on scientific research. Although FBI Director Christopher Wray claimed widespread China-related misconduct, most investigations did not result in espionage convictions, instead focusing on minor administrative offenses.Read The Hill opinion by Mike German: https://bit.ly/47yBPQI Read more statements condemning the revival of the China Initiative:2024/09/20 1990 Institute: The 1990 Institute condemns H.R.1398, legislation that reestablishes the China Initiative 2024/09/18 AAASE: Open Letter to Congress 2024/09/18 OCA: OCA Condemns Measures Fueling Xenophobia and Discrimination 2024/09/09 ACE: Letter to House Leaders AASF Forum with the National Institutes of Health On September 19, the Asian American Scholars Forum (AASF) hosted a public forum with leadership from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The speakers included NIH Director Dr. Monica M. Bertagnolli and NIH Principal Deputy Director Dr. Lawrence A. Tabak . AASF Executive Director Gisela Kusakawa moderated the forum. In her opening remarks, Dr. Bertagnolli acknowledged the valuable contributions of Asian scholars to the U.S. scientific community and reaffirmed NIH's commitment to building relationships with Asian scholars to address the most challenging research challenges in health sciences collaboratively. Dr. Bertagnolli expressed deep concern over the fallout that the U.S. government’s efforts to address troubling actions from China have had on Asian scholars and the difficulties they face. She stated, "We are here to tell you: we hear you, and we see you. We are ready to work together with you as partners in a productive manner."Kusakawa asked about Dr. Bertagnolli’s vision for NIH in the future, and how NIH can create a warm and welcoming environment to protect and empower Asian scholars. Dr. Bertagnolli highlighted that one of NIH’s strengths is its inclusiveness, which brings together the best scientists from diverse backgrounds to address cutting-edge scientific challenges. She noted that ensuring that Asian scholars feel welcome in this environment is crucial. She also noted that rebuilding trust in NIH among Asian scholars, especially those who have lost confidence in the government and NIH, remains an ongoing effort.Dr. Bertagnolli listed a number of steps to make Asian American scholars feel included and welcomed at NIH. She said that today’s forum was aimed at clearing up misunderstandings, and listening to the voices of Asian scholars. She also said NIH will provide more training on research integrity, use new disclosure forms, and explain NIH’s new policy matrix, which further clarifies NIH’s response to foreign adverse influence. She thanked Asian American organizations including AASF for their input in developing these policies. Kusakawa mentioned the recent passage of a bill in the House of Representatives attempting to reinstate the China Initiative and asked how NIH handles political pressure while protecting Asian scholars from excessive scrutiny and maintaining the integrity of NIH research. Dr. Bertagnolli said this was a very important question and emphasized that, regardless of the political climate, NIH remains committed to ensuring the quality and integrity of the research it funds. These policies, on the one hand, are a responsibility to taxpayers and, on the other, help protect researchers from undue foreign influence, which has long been a core principle of NIH policy, well understood by researchers.Dr. Bertagnolli specifically emphasized that, in 2022, NIH began updating its Policies & Procedures for Promoting Scientific Integrity in response to a presidential memorandum. Dr. Bertagnolli reiterated that maintaining research integrity and protecting it from harmful foreign influence has always been NIH’s policy.During the subsequent session, NIH Principal Deputy Director Dr. Lawrence A. Tabak continued to answer questions from AASF. In his responses, Dr. Tabak denied that NIH specifically targeted Chinese researchers based on their ethnicity and stressed that NIH’s investigations targeted certain behaviors that potentially violate the agency’s policy, not focused on individuals. He clarified two additional misunderstandings: first, that NIH is not involved in the now-defunct Department of Justice's China Initiative; and second, that NIH does not have the authority to stop research funding to an institution or university due to the actions of an individual.Dr. Tabak also mentioned that while NIH does not have the power to suggest actions to members of Congress proactively, it always cooperates when lawmakers request technical explanations and support. NIH can use these opportunities to clarify relevant issues to legislators and educate them on specific issues. Kusakawa further raised the issue of how to overcome the underrepresentation of Asian scholars in leadership positions. Dr. Tabak explained that NIH’s previous approach was to train senior researchers with the hope that they would move into leadership roles. Now, however, they have begun training younger researchers hoping to address the problem more effectively.Finally, Dr. Tabak praised the work of organizations like AASF. He stated that NIH looks forward to collaborating with AASF and universities to strengthen connections with Asian scholars. More than 600 people registered for the forum, and over 60 questions were submitted. The record of this event will be available publicly. Juan Zhang , editor at US-China Perception Monitor, contributed this report. Comments and Questions Submitted by APA Justice APA Justice submitted the following comments and questions for the AASF Forum with NIH:"Dr. Bertagnolli’s recent statement was an important first step. The forum is another positive step to repair relationships and rebuild trust."While it is important to turn the page and move forward, it is equally essential to reflect on what went wrong and the lessons learned from all sides over the past six years—particularly with the looming threat of a China Initiative revival."Over the past six years, both intended and unintended consequences have emerged. Hundreds if not thousands of researchers, an overwhelming proportion of them were of Chinese origin, were placed under suspicion, surveilled, investigated, or prosecuted—many of them continue to this day. More than 100 scientists and researchers lost their jobs and had their reputation and finances ruined. At least two prominent Chinese American researchers—one from Northwestern University and another from Arizona State University—died by suicide, reportedly as a result of inquiries or investigations initiated by the NIH."Does the NIH believe all these scientists and researchers were treated fairly and justly? Will the NIH conduct a review of some, if not all, of these cases to assess the fairness of the process and hearing of their appeals? Will the NIH work with institutions, faculty, and the Asian American and scientific communities to establish a consistent due process framework, ensuring that the accused have a fair opportunity to refute charges and defend themselves?" Dr. Zhijian “James” Chen Wins “America’s Nobel” According to Forbes , South China Morning Post , and multiple media on September 19, 2024, Dr. Zhijian “James” Chen 陈志坚 won the 2024 Albert Lasker Basic Medical Research Award, which is also known as "America's Nobel."Dr. Chen is Professor of Molecular Biology and Director of the Center for Inflammation Research at University of Texas Southwestern (UTSW) Medical Center and the George L. MacGregor Distinguished Chair in Biomedical Science. He was recognized for his discovery of the cGAS enzyme that senses pathogens like viruses and bacteria and triggers the body’s immune system. His work provides clues for new treatments of cancer and other diseases.“Dr. Chen’s research has elucidated the process by which our bodies fight off invasive pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, and other microbes, through the detection of wayward intracellular nucleic acids. Insights into this signaling pathway provide a foundation for new approaches to the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases as well as vaccine development,” said Daniel K. Podolsky , M.D., President of UTSW. Shan-Lu Liu , a professor of virology at Ohio State University, also said that Dr. Chen's discovery had "opened new avenues" for understanding autoimmune diseases. "Dr Chen's work not only enhances our understanding of immune mechanisms, but also provides potential strategies for treating diseases linked to immune dysregulation," Dr. Liu said.Dr. Chen is the fourth UTSW faculty member to win a Lasker Award. The previous three winners are all Nobel laureates. The Lasker Awards recognize significant achievements in medicine and biomedical research. Since 1945, the Lasker Foundation has awarded more than 400 prizes to outstandig scientists and clinical researchers. A total of six individuals were recognized this year with awards in three categories — basic research, clinical research, and public service. Each award carries a stipend of $250,000.Dr. Chen is the sixth scientist of Chinese origin to receive a Lasker Award. He is also the second Chinese recipient in the basic research category, more than six decades after biochemist Choh Hao Li , who won in 1962. Dr. Chen, 58, was born in a rural area of China's southeastern Fujian province. After graduating with a bachelor's degree in biology from Fujian Normal University in 1985, he won an overseas scholarship to the State University of New York at Buffalo, where he earned a PhD in biochemistry in 1991. He set up a lab at UTSW in 1997 and was elected to the US National Academy of Sciences in 2014. Read the Forbes report: https://bit.ly/3zDR9yK . Read the South China Morning Post report: https://bit.ly/3Bm3doN News and Activities for the Communities 1. 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China Initiative: Past and Present 中国行动的前世今生 2025 MSU China Initiative Wednesday, March 12, 2025 A virtual discussion on the life and afterlife of the China Initiative, a Trump Administration program that has used racial profiling and fears of espionage to target Asian American scholars and researchers for investigation. Lok Siu presentation Jeremy Wu presentation The webinar was not recorded. 20250312 China Initiative_APAS.png 20250312 Wu & Siu Bios.png Previous Item Next Item

The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus issued a Messaging Guidance on Rhetoric and Anti-Asian Hate to the U.S. House of Representatives. July 16, 2021 On July 16, 2021, the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) issued a Messaging Guidance on Rhetoric and Anti-Asian Hate to all members of the U.S. House of Representatives. The letter states that "[t]ime and time again history has taught us the horrific impact xenophobic rhetoric can have on Asian Americans. This is reason enough to end the use of rhetoric that stokes hatred. But it is notable that this type of rhetoric isn’t only dangerous to Asian Americans, it’s harmful to the United States’ long-term interests. Our country faces global security challenges such as climate change, supply chain disruption, and nuclear proliferation that require collaborative bi-lateral and multi-lateral solutions. Our leaders’ use of xenophobic rhetoric undermines our ability to work with other countries to pursue those solutions." 2021/07/16 CAPAC: Messaging Guidance on Rhetoric and Anti-Asian Hate The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus issued a Messaging Guidance on Rhetoric and Anti-Asian Hate to the U.S. House of Representatives. Previous Next CAPAC Issues Messaging Guidance on Anti-Asian Hate

Newsletter - #161 Franklin Tao; National Strategy; House Committees; Texas Bill; Asian Student Stabbed​ #161 Franklin Tao; National Strategy; House Committees; Texas Bill; Asian Student Stabbed In This Issue #161 Breaking News : Feng "Franklin" Tao Sentenced - No Prison and No Fine National Strategy to Advance Equity, Justice, and Opportunity for AANHPI Communities Released House Select Committees Texas Bill Forbids Chinese Nationals from Purchasing Land Indiana University student stabbed in apparent anti-Asian attack Breaking News : Feng "Franklin" Tao Sentenced - No Prison and No Fine Kansas University (KU) Professor Feng "Franklin" Tao 陶丰 was the first academic to be indicted under the now-defunct "China Initiative."Professor Tao was originally charged with eight counts of wire fraud and two counts of false statements. After voluntary dismissals and acquittals by the judge and jury on the other charges, Professor Tao was convicted by jury on one count of false statement. He faced sentencing in federal court in Kansas City, Kansas, on January 18, 2023. According to a report by Science , a federal judge handed down the lightest possible sentence in the U.S. government’s case against Professor Tao. The decision is the latest rejection by U.S. courts of the government’s attempt to prosecute Chinese-born scientists for lapses in reporting their research interactions with China.U.S. District Court Senior Judge Julie Robinson imposed no jail time and no fine for Tao in sentencing him for making a false statement to KU in reporting his ties to Fuzhou University. Government attorneys had requested a 30-month sentence and a fine of $100,000. Tao, who has been on unpaid administrative leave from KU since his arrest in August 2019, faces 2 years of probation, but Robinson said that could be cut in half for good behavior.Speaking from the bench before the sentencing, Robinson made a point of separating Tao’s case from those of alleged economic espionage under the now-defunct "China Initiative," begun in 2018 during the administration of then-President Donald Trump. “This was not an economic espionage case,” Robinson said. Neither was Tao trying to rip off the government, the judge continued. “Frankly, I thought going into this case that I was going to hear evidence … [that Tao] hurt taxpayers,” Robinson said. Instead, the work Tao was doing “is the type of research that is fundamental research … something that is freely shared.”“Dr. Tao is immensely relieved that Judge Robinson agreed that a sentence of time served was appropriate,” his lawyer, Peter Zeidenberg , said in a statement after the sentence was handed down. Zeidenberg said Tao will ask an appellate court to throw out his conviction. Tao is also fighting the university’s efforts to terminate his employment as a tenured professor. Gisela Kusakawa , Executive Director of Asian American Scholar Forum, was in the courthouse and provided live reporting via Tweeter . The courtroom was completely full of concerned community members and academics. There were not enough available seats with folks standing.A GoFundMe campaign to raise legal defense funds for Professor is here: https://bit.ly/2Uj7Z19 Read the Science report at https://bit.ly/3XKRQNr . Read about Professor Tao's case at https://bit.ly/3fZWJvK Another "China Initiative" Case Dropped. On January 16, 2023, CNN reported that Federal prosecutors in Brooklyn moved to dismiss charges against a New York Police Department officer who had been accused of acting as a foreign agent on behalf of the Chinese government. Baimadajie Angwang , a naturalized U.S. citizen of Tibetan ethnicity and a Marine Corps veteran, was charged in September 2020 with acting as a foreign agent for China without notifying American authorities, wire fraud, making false statements and obstruction of an official proceeding. The 2020 arrest was another case brought under the now-defunct "China Initiative.” Read more about the CNN report at https://cnn.it/3XIwbWa National Strategy to Advance Equity, Justice, and Opportunity for AANHPI Communities Released On January 17, 2023, the White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (WHIAANHPI) convened federal government officials and community leaders to mark the release of the Biden-Harris Administration’s first-ever National Strategy to Advance Equity, Justice, and Opportunity for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AA and NHPI) Communities . At a special virtual event, senior Biden-Harris Administration officials outlined the details of 32 federal agency plans, which build on the Administration’s previous actions to promote safety and equity for AA and NHPIs. Community leaders also discussed additional steps the federal government can take to address critical priorities for AA and NHPI communities, including data disaggregation, language access, and combatting anti-Asian hate.Watch the event here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKGDADNmzqw (1:54:43) House Select Committees On January 18, 2023, Judge Rep. Grace Meng 孟昭文 , First Vice Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), issued a statement on the creation of a Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Communist Party of China, for which she voted against. "I have concerns with the potential direction that Republicans could take this Select Committee, including using this platform to promote policies and language that endanger Chinese Americans and people of Asian descent living in the U.S. By creating a new committee that focuses only on one country, instead of working with already existing House committees that currently have jurisdiction over the exact same issues, it could lead to unnecessary targeting of Americans of Asian descent living in the U.S. ... My hope is that the Select Committee will avoid past mistakes and instead focus on specific policy concerns related to the government of the People’s Republic of China and our own national interests," said Rep. Meng in the statement. Read Rep. Meng's statement here: http://bit.ly/3XbMiLK On January 12, 2023, NBC News reported "Asian American Democrats jostle for top slot on new GOP China committee." According to the report, Asian American lawmakers are making the case to House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries that he should appoint one of their own as the top Democrat on the new GOP-controlled select committee to examine competition between the U.S. and China. Amid a rise in anti-Asian violence spurred by the coronavirus pandemic, they want to make sure the panel is striking the right tone, remaining sensitive to the Asian American and Pacific Islander community and not further fanning the flames of xenophobia. Rep. Judy Chu 赵美心 , D-Calif., the chair of CAPAC, said she has spoken to Jeffries and recommended that Rep. Andy Kim , D-N.J., should be the ranking member. Kim, a former State Department official who later was a national security adviser in the Obama White House, has also spoken with Jeffries, D-N.Y., about the role, he said Thursday. Chu made it clear that she is advocating for Kim in her personal capacity — not on behalf of CAPAC, which held a lengthy meeting about the topic but has not endorsed a specific candidate for the job.At least two other CAPAC members have expressed interest in the ranking member slot: Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi , D-Ill., a member of the Intelligence Committee, and Ro Khanna , D-Calif., a former Commerce Department official who represents a heavily Asian American district in Silicon Valley. Democrats get seven slots on the committee. Rep. Chu said she has recommended that Jeffries place four CAPAC members on the special panel: Kim, Krishnamoorthi, Khanna and Mark Takano of California, the top Democrat on the Veterans Affairs Committee. Read the NBC News report here: https://nbcnews.to/3XalRpU On January 13, 2023, Science reported "Now in charge, House Republicans launch flurry of investigations." According to the report, the new Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives has created three investigative panels: (1) Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party due to "concerns in both parties that China has used economic espionage to help become a global leader in key high-tech fields, including energy storage, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing“, (2) Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic to "focus on claims, unsupported by evidence, that a laboratory in Wuhan, China, either bioengineered or accidentally released SARS-CoV-2 obtained from bats," (3) Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government to probe “how executive branch agencies collect, compile, analyze, use, or disseminate information about citizens of the United States, including any unconstitutional, illegal, or unethical activities committed against U.S. citizens.”Read the Science report here: https://bit.ly/3iAdsgt Texas Bill Forbids Chinese Nationals from Purchasing Land According to the Equal Justice Initiative , on May 3, 1913, California enacted the Alien Land Law, barring Asian immigrants from owning land. California tightened the law further in 1920 and 1923, barring the leasing of land and land ownership by American-born children of Asian immigrant parents or by corporations controlled by Asian immigrants.California did not stand alone. Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming all enacted discriminatory laws restricting Asians’ rights to hold land in America. In 1923, the U.S. Supreme Court reviewed various versions of the discriminatory land laws—and upheld every single one. Most of these discriminatory state laws remained in place until the 1950s, and some even longer. On November 13, 2022, Texas Senator Lois Kolkhorst introduced Texas Bill SB 147 on "Relating to the purchase of or acquisition of title to real property by certain aliens or foreign entities." It prohibits not only governmental and certain entities, but also individuals who are citizens of of China, Iran, North Korea, or Russia to purchase or otherwise acquire title to real property in Texas, which includes legal permanent residents. The bill was filed after the Texas legislature unanimously passed the “Lone Star Infrastructure Protection Act” banning all contracts or agreements with foreign-owned companies related to critical infrastructure in Texas. Governor Greg Abbott signed it into law in 2021. Read the Texas SB 147 bill at http://bit.ly/3XEQhQP Indiana University student stabbed in apparent anti-Asian attack On January 15, 2023, the Washington Post and NPR reported that a 56-year-old woman stabbed an 18-year-old Indiana University student while riding a public bus in Bloomington. The suspect told police she stabbed the victim because the victim was "Chinese," adding that it "would be one less person to blow up our country."The suspect, Billie R. Davis has been charged with attempted murder, aggravated battery and battery with a deadly weapon.Security camera footage showed that Davis and the woman had not interacted before the attack. The footage showed Davis stabbing or attempting to stab her about seven times before returning to her seat on the bus. The student received treatment at a Bloomington hospital for several head wounds. Her condition was not released.Since the attack, Asian American students and staff at Indiana University have been grappling with grief, anger, anxiety, and fear, according to Melanie Castillo-Cullather, the director of the school's Asian Culture Center. "This has been a very traumatic experience for our Asian community," Castillo-Cullather told NPR. "We will never forget this."A total of 10,905 hate incidents against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders were reported between March 19, 2020, and Dec. 31, 2021, according to the advocacy group Stop AAPI Hate. Of them, about 16 percent involved a physical assault. Most happened in public spaces, with about 8 percent of incidents reported taking place on public transportation.Read the Washington Post report https://wapo.st/3Hf3muQ . Read the NPR report https://n.pr/3QRl0bk Subscribe to The APA Justice Newsletter Complete this simple form at https://bit.ly/2FJunJM to subscribe. Please share it with those who wish to be informed and join the fight. View past newsletters here: https://bit.ly/APAJ_Newsletters . Back View PDF January 19, 2023 Previous Newsletter Next Newsletter

Baimadajie Angwang 昂旺 Docket ID: 1:26-cv-00478 District Court, S.D. New York Date filed: January 19, 2026 Docket ID: 1:20-cr-00442 District Court, E.D. New York Date filed: Oct 13, 2020 Date ended: January 19, 2023 Table of Contents Overview Personal Background Federal Charges Dropped NYPD Hearing and Termination Current Status Photo Album & Links and References Overview On September 21, 2020, Baimadajie Angwang, a New York Police Department (NYPD) officer, was arrested and charged with allegations of acting as an illegal agent of the People's Republic of China, wire fraud, making false statements, and obstructing an official proceeding. He faced up to 55 years in prison, and was considered a flight risk by the NYPD. His case was identified as part of the now-defunct "China Initiative." The government case partly relied on intercepted communications between Angwang and a consulate official. There was no allegation that Angwang compromised national security or NYPD operations. When prosecutors filed their case in 2020, they deemed him “the definition of an insider threat.” In court documents, defense attorneys argued the government had a “hyper-suspicious” view of Angwang’s interactions with the Chinese consulate official and had cherry-picked quotes and cut out others from their conversations. Although a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in the United States, then-NYPD Commissioner Dermot F. Shea asserted that "Baimadajie Angwang violated every oath he took in this country. One to the United States, another to the U.S. Army, and a third to this Police Department." On January 19, 2023, all charges against Angwang were abruptly dropped. U.S. prosecutors said they uncovered new information that warranted the dismissal without further explanation. Contrary to most internal investigations based on court cases that had been dropped, NYPD did not reinstate Angwang and continued its internal investigation against him. On September 26, 2023, the NYPD conducted an administrative trial against Angwang, accusing him of refusing to cooperate with the Bureau of Internal Affairs during their investigation into potential disciplinary actions stemming from the dropped federal spying case. Angwang said he declined to appear before the investigators on the advice of his lawyers, because the NYPD refused to give them department documents ahead of the questioning that would have allowed them to prepare. On January 29, 2024, New York Police Commissioner Edward Caban ordered the immediate firing of Angwang, saying he disobeyed an order to submit to questioning by internal affairs investigators about the spying case against Angwang under the "China Initiative." In firing Angwang, Caban chose a harsher penalty than what was recommended by the NYPD disciplinary judge. Back to Table of Contents Personal Background Angwang was born in China. He is of Tibetan ethnicity and a naturalized U.S. citizen. After gaining asylum in the U.S. as a teenager, Angwang became a U.S. Marine and served in Afghanistan before being honorably discharged. A resident of Long Island, Angwang joined NYPD in 2016 and worked at the 111th precinct in Queens as a member of the department's community affairs unit, earning a “Cop of the Month” award at his precinct in September 2018. Angwang was a Staff Sergeant of the Army Reserve at Fort Dix, New Jersey. He was discharged from the Army Reserve on January 21, 2021, due to his arrest. Back to Table of Contents Federal Charges Dropped On September 21, 2020, a handful of FBI agents pointed M4 rifles at Angwang's head and handcuffed him in front of his wife and 2-year-old daughter at his home on Long Island. As one agent handcuffed Angwang, they asked, above the sound of his daughter’s wailing and the low rumbling of his car, “Do you speak English?” Angwang spent six months in solitary confinement at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn before he was granted bail. He was allowed only two individual one-hour meetings with his family and lawyer during the incarceration. After Officer Angwang's lawyer John Carman reviewed classified evidence at the U.S. district court in Brooklyn, all charges against Officer Angwang were abruptly dropped on January 19, 2023. During a brief court appearance, prosecutors said they were dropping charges “in the interest of justice.” U.S. District Judge Eric Komitee tried to prompt prosecutors to share what they could about their change of mind, but they declined to reveal what new information led them to do so, telling the judge that evidence remained classified. Carman accused the government of hiding behind the Classified Information Procedures Act to avoid having to explain why the case was dropped. “The truth is that they are hiding behind CIPA in an effort to give the impression that this was a legitimate prosecution, which it was not,” Carman said in an interview. “Mr. Angwang is a great American who served his country in combat in Afghanistan and our government repaid him by treating him like he was the leader of the Taliban.” Back to Table of Contents NYPD Hearing and Termination Although all the federal charges against Officer Angwang were dismissed in January 2023, NYPD failed to reinstate him. Contrary to most internal investigations based on court cases that had been dropped, NYPD continued its internal investigation against Angwang. In a letter sent to Rep. Judy Chu, Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Restore The Fourth provided details of the continuing persecution of Officer Angwang. "We all need this unjust treatment to not become the norm… We seek justice for Officer Angwang, and call attention to the broader abuses committed by U.S. intelligence officials," the letter said. On September 26, 2023, NYPD held an administrative trial against Angwang. On January 29, 2024, New York Police Commissioner Edward Caban ordered the immediate firing of Angwang, saying he disobeyed an order to submit to questioning by internal affairs investigators about the spying case against Angwang under the "China Initiative." Angwang said he declined to appear before the investigators last year on the advice of his lawyers, because the NYPD refused to give them department documents ahead of the questioning that would have allowed them to prepare. In firing Angwang, Caban chose a harsher penalty than what was recommended by an NYPD disciplinary judge who held a hearing on the firing and listened to testimony and arguments from both sides. The administrative judge, Vanessa Facio-Lince, found that Angwang violated department rules by disobeying the order to submit to internal affairs questioning. Facio-Lince said, however, that he should not be terminated, after citing his good record as a police officer and praise by his superiors. Instead, she recommended an alternate manner of Angwang leaving the department that would allow him to negotiate some terms of his departure, including partial retirement benefits. Angwang’s lawyer, Michael Bloch, said even the judge’s proposal was out of line with department disciplinary guidelines. Bloch said the maximum penalty Angwang should have faced was a 20-day suspension. Bloch said there have been many other officers who committed more serious misconduct and were allowed to keep their jobs, despite administrative judges recommending their firing. “It’s extremely disappointing,” Angwang told AP in a phone interview on March 20, 2024. “I have to continue to fight, not just for me, for anyone who were wrongfully accused in the past who’s getting the wrongful treatment I just got at this moment, or any potential discrimination victims in the future. I will not give up until I find the justice.” Back to Table of Contents Current Status On January 5, 2026, Attorney Deborah Frankel, Counsel at Bloch & White LLP, gave an update on Officer Angwang's situation at the APA Justice monthly meeting. On January 19, Angwang and his legal team filed a federal lawsuit alleging retaliation, discrimination, and malicious prosecution after being fired by the New York Police Department (NYPD) even though federal prosecutors dropped espionage-related charges against him. On January 20, 2026, the New York Times reported on the filing of Angwang's lawsuit. Back to Table of Contents References and Links CourtListener Legal Docket: Angwang v. United States Of America (1:26-cv-00478) (filed 2026/01/19) Law firm currently representing Officer Angwang: Bloch and White LLP CourtListener Legal Docket: United States v. Angwang (1:20-cr-00442) (ended 2023/01/19) Attorney representing Officer Angwang in criminal case: The Carman Law Office 2026/01/20 New York Times: Ex-N.Y.P.D. Officer Cleared of Spying for China Sues Over Firing 2024/03/21 New York Post: NYPD cop once accused of spying for China fights to get his job back after firing 2024/03/20 AP News: A police officer was accused of spying for China. The charges were dropped, but the NYPD fired him 2023/09/26 AP News: With spying charges behind him, NYPD officer now fighting to be reinstated 2023/09/23 Restore The Fourth: Statement in Support of Officer Angwang 2023/02/09 PBS: NYC cop accused of spying wants answers after charges dropped 2023/02/02 CBS News: Exclusive: Baimadajie Angwang, NYPD officer accused of spying for China, wants to set the record straight after charges were dropped 2023/01/31 New York Magazine: The Spy Who Wasn’t Baimadajie Angwang wanted a visa for his daughter. He got charged with being an “insider threat” instead. 2023/01/19 New York Times: U.S. Drops Case Against Police Officer It Had Called an ‘Insider Threat’ 2023/01/17 New York Times: U.S. Asks to Drop Case Accusing N.Y.P.D. Officer of Spying for China 纽约藏裔警官涉谍案：检方要求撤销指控 2023/01/17 美国之音: 美国撤销对被控充当中国政府代理人的前纽约警员的起诉 Back to Table of Contents Previous Item Next Item

Newsletter - #285 Meeting Today; Immigrants and Pets; Yanping Chen; Project 2025; Florida Home Sale; + #285 Meeting Today; Immigrants and Pets; Yanping Chen; Project 2025; Florida Home Sale; + In This Issue #285 · 2024/10/07 APA Justice Monthly Meeting · Rhetoric about Immigrants and Pets Revives Dangerous Historical Tropes · Appeals Court Sets Hearing Date of Dr. Yanping Chen's Case · Project 2025 and the Census: Ghosts of Past, Present, and Future · Florida Home for Sale · News and Activities for the Communities 2024/10/07 APA Justice Monthly Meeting The next APA Justice monthly meeting will be held today via Zoom, starting at 1:55 pm ET. In addition to updates by Nisha Ramachandran , Executive Director, Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) and Gisela Perez Kusakawa , Executive Director, Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF), confirmed speakers are: · Grace Meng , Member, U.S. House of Representatives; First Vice-Chair, Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus · Gene Wu , Texas State Representative · Min Fan , Executive Director, U.S. Heartland China Association The virtual monthly meeting is by invitation only. It is closed to the press. If you wish to join, either one time or for future meetings, please contact one of the co-organizers of APA Justice - Steven Pei 白先慎 , Vincent Wang 王文奎 , and Jeremy Wu 胡善庆 - or send a message to contact@apajustice.org . Rhetoric about Immigrants and Pets Revives Dangerous Historical Tropes The recent inflammatory rhetoric accusing Haitian immigrants of “eating dogs and cats” in Springfield, Ohio, has been thoroughly debunked and widely condemned, yet it has had severe repercussions, including bomb threats, school closures, and hospital lockdowns. This false claim shook not only the Haitian community but also sparked national outrage. In response, Ohio’s Republican Governor Mike DeWine , with close ties to Springfield, criticized the baseless accusations made by former President Donald Trump and Senator JD Vance , the Republican presidential candidate and vice presidential candidate, in an essay for the New York Times . Connecticut Attorney General William Tong , the first Chinese American attorney general in the U.S., echoed these concerns in a piece for the Connecticut Post . Drawing on his own family’s immigrant experience, Tong highlighted how such rhetoric perpetuates harmful stereotypes and treats immigrants as outsiders who “do not belong here.” He argues that dehumanizing language fosters hatred and violence, making it easier for people to commit harm. Tong cited several tragic outcomes of this rhetoric, such as the Atlanta shooting that killed six Asian American women, the murders of two Indian men in Kansas, and the mass shooting of 23 Latinos in an El Paso Walmart. He also pointed to past policy failures driven by this type of rhetoric, including the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II, the separation of immigrant families, and efforts to deny birthright citizenship to the children of immigrants. A Guardian article framed this rhetoric against Haitian immigrants as part of a long-standing political trope used by white politicians to incite fear and target immigrants of color, particularly those of Asian descent, dating back to 1852 when a Mississippi newspaper alleged “the Chinese still eat dog-pie.” The article referenced Professor May-lee Chai of San Francisco State University, who explained how this dehumanizing tactic was used against Chinese immigrants in the 19th century, culminating in discriminatory laws such as the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882. On September 25, 2024, the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC), and the House Haiti Caucus released a joint statement condemning the harmful rhetoric. They noted that these claims are “rooted in xenophobia, racism, and anti-Blackness” and warned that such lies have dangerous consequences. The caucuses called on members of Congress to reject this “vile rhetoric” and instead promote policies that recognize the dignity and humanity of all individuals, particularly the most vulnerable members of society. Appeals Court Sets Hearing Date of Dr. Yanping Chen's Case The U.S. Appeals Court for the District of Columbia Circuit has scheduled oral arguments for Dr. Yanping Chen 's case on November 18, 2024, at 9:30 am ET. Details about the judges on the panel will be posted on the court's website http://www.cadc.uscourts.gov/ 30 days before the hearing. The time and date will not change unless the court decides otherwise. A separate order will be issued later to explain how much time each side will have for their arguments.Dr. Chen is a naturalized U.S. citizen born in China. On December 21, 2018, she filed a privacy lawsuit against the FBI and Departments of Justice, Defense, and Homeland Security. On February 29, 2024, Judge Christopher Cooper held Catherine Herridge , a former Fox News reporter, in civil contempt for refusing to divulge her source for her 2017 series of Fox News reports. Judge Cooper imposed a fine of $800 per day until Catherine Herridge reveals her source, but the fine will not go into effect immediately to give her time to appeal. Catherine Herridge appealed.On July 29, 2024, the Asian American Legal and Education Defense Fund (AALDEF) and a coalition of 11 organizations filed a 43-page amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals in support of Dr. Chen. The brief addresses issues of racial prejudice and the negative stereotyping of Asian Americans, particularly in the context of government actions against Dr. Chen. AALDEF also issued a press statement: https://bit.ly/3WCm06i . Jane Shim , Director the AALDEF Stop Asian Hate Project, gave an update on Dr. Chen's case during the APA Justice monthly meeting on September 9, 2024. Read the meeting summary: https://bit.ly/3zzWcjR . Read the APA Justice website on Dr. Chen's case: https://bit.ly/3Xi4hms Project 2025 and the Census: Ghosts of Past, Present, and Future According to The Leadership Conference on Civil & Human Rights on September 19, 2025, Project 2025 would compromise the integrity of the decennial census and other federal data collection efforts. The proposals would politicize and weaponize federal data collection by blocking the government from collecting data that the authors think might bolster liberal causes, while establishing intrusive new data collection in other areas to achieve partisan goals.These actions would fundamentally weaken the federal data infrastructure, leading to politicized, inaccurate, and unreliable datasets, rendering it impossible to understand the true underlying nature of our society, enforce civil rights, advance equity agendas, or engage in evidence-based policymaking.The policies set forth with respect to the Census Bureau are a retread of efforts we have seen before, are seeing right now, and will see again — regardless of who wins the elections for president and control of Congress in November.The Leadership Conference highlights several key concerns: · Politicization of the Census Bureau by replacing experts with political appointees. · Addition of a citizenship question to the census, leading to inaccurate data. · Skewing Census Bureau programs and data to favor certain communities over other (often underserved) communities. · Potentially reversing vital updates to statistical standards on race and ethnicity data. · Depriving the Census Bureau of adequate funding. On September 21, 2024, MSNBC reported that Project 2025’s section on the Census Bureau spells out a detailed plan to politicize the Census Bureau. The Heritage Foundation’s plan for the next conservative administration proposes adding a citizenship question in the 2030 census, which Trump attempted (and failed) to implement during his presidency. The citizenship question, along with a series of other proposals will likely lead to significant undercounts of already vulnerable populations, leading to unequitable congressional representation and inequitable allocation of federal funds. What happens when communities are undercounted in the census? Maya Wiley , President and CEO, Leadership Conference on Civil & Human Rights, was interviewed in the MSNBC broadcast. "The census is not supposed to be a political tool. It is supposed to be an unbiased, apolitical, objective collection of data. It is supposed to be a trustworthy dataset by which we get an accurate read of what the country looks like," MSNBC reported.Read the Leadership Conference blog: https://bit.ly/3MMQCh8 . Watch the MSNBC report: https://on.msnbc.com/4gxtG34 (11:05) Florida Home for Sale According to AsAmNews on September 22, 2024, Wayne Chan is putting one of his homes in Ocala, Florida, for sale. There is one catch - Chinese citizens are not welcome because Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill (SB) 264 into law in 2023. This law makes it a crime for Chinese nationals to purchase property in Florida, citing national security concerns related to the Chinese Communist Party. It does not effectively solve its intended problem and instead targets Chinese citizens unfairly, prompting Wayne Chen's decision to sell his property in Florida."Why would anyone put together a poorly crafted bill that doesn’t effectively address the problem they’re trying to solve? What other reason could there be to create a rule that keeps Chinese citizens and practically threatens all Asians from Florida?" Wayne Chen asked. "I can only think of one answer, and that’s why I’m selling my home in Florida."Read about the two lawsuits that have been filed to overturn the Florida alien land law SB 264: https://bit.ly/43epBcl Read the AsAmNews report: https://bit.ly/3BnuA1M News and Activities for the Communities 1. APA Justice Community Calendar Upcoming Events:2024/10/07 APA Justice Monthly Meeting2024/10/07-10 Cato Surveillance Week 2024/10/08 Media Training for Election Season2024/10/10 China in the Heartland: Building a Balanced Approach2024/10/11 China and the World Forum2024/10/11 Reverse Brain Drain: A Threat to U.S.Technological Leadership2024/10/13 Rep. Gene Wu's Town Hall Meeting2024/10/16 Rebuilding Trust in Science2024/10/20 Rep. Gene Wu's Town Hall Meeting2024/10/25-27 Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the American Studies NetworkVisit https://bit.ly/3XD61qV for event details. 2. APA Justice Newsletter Web Page Moved to New Website As part of its continuing migration to a new website under construction, we have moved the Newsletter webpage to https://www.apajusticetaskforce.org/newsletters . Content of the existing website will remain, but it will no longer be updated. We value your feedback about the new web page. Please send your comments to contact@apajustice.org . Back View PDF October 7, 2024 Previous Newsletter Next Newsletter

Newsletter - #274 Alien Land Laws; 08/05 Meeting Summary; US-China Agreement; Hate Incidents in NYC; + #274 Alien Land Laws; 08/05 Meeting Summary; US-China Agreement; Hate Incidents in NYC; + In This Issue #274 · Present and Historical Impacts of Alien Land laws · Summary of August 2024 Monthly Meeting Posted · FT : China-US Tensions Erode Co-operation on Science and Tech · Two Unsettling Anti-Asian Hate Incidents in NYC · News and Activities for the Communities Present and Historical Impacts of Alien Land laws According to NBC News on August 19, 2024, Wen Raiti , a long-time Republican and small business owner in Jacksonville, Florida, switched her party affiliation to Democrat after Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill (SB) 264, which bans Chinese citizens from purchasing property in Florida. For Raiti, the law was the “last straw” after all the hostile rhetoric and scapegoating that Republicans have directed at Asian Americans during the Covid-19 pandemic. “It’s in our Constitution to treat everyone with equality and justice so that everyone can live here without fear,” she said. “The Republican Party has abandoned these principles.” “This bill alone helped activate a lot of people in the Chinese American community who historically are not engaged with the government, especially the state government,” said state Rep. Anna Eskamani (D-Orlando), who has been an outspoken critic of SB 264.The alien land law, which has angered the Chinese American community, has led to increased political engagement and voter mobilization among Chinese Americans, particularly in the lead-up to Florida's August 20 primary. The bill has been seen as discriminatory, drawing comparisons to historical anti-Asian land laws, and has pushed some conservatives to defect from the GOP.The Florida Asian American Justice Alliance (FAAJA) has been actively working to educate and mobilize voters, with many in the community now more involved in the electoral process. “After the law passed, we realized that Asian Americans really have no voice,” said Echo King , president of FAAJA, a nonprofit organization that was established last year to fight anti-Asian discrimination. “We’re contributing to this country, so why are we being targeted?” Legal experts compared SB 264 to century-old alien land laws that barred Asian Americans from owning land; Florida was one of the last states to repeal its law, in 2018. Chinese American conservatives have also been subjected to rampant anti-communism, or Red Scare tactics. In June, Bowen Kou , a Republican candidate in a state Senate race, sued Senate Republicans over attack ads that claimed he accepted contributions from Chinese donors linked to the Communist Party. In April, a federal appeals court heard a challenge to the law after four Chinese immigrants in Florida, backed by the American Civil Liberties Union and other civil rights groups, sued the state last summer. Advocates say they are hoping for an injunction ruling. The Justice Department supported the Chinese plaintiffs in a filing last June.Read the NBC News report: https://nbcnews.to/3yO5EzH On August 12, 2024, UCLA Professor Paul Ong and two co-authors at the UCLA Center for Neighborhood Knowledge published a paper titled "Lessons from California's Historical Alien Land Law: Racial Xenophobia and Homeownership." According to the paper, Florida enacted a controversial law known as SB 264 to prohibit foreigners from purchasing real estate, ostensibly for national security reasons. However, this legislation disproportionately targets individuals from Asian countries and risks creating a chilling effect on all Asians. Similar laws passed by other states echo this trend, unfortunately mirroring historical patterns of discrimination. The efforts, however, are not the first efforts targeting Asians. California and other states enacted alien land laws during the first half of the twentieth century. Rooted in deep-seated anti-Asian sentiments and hostilities, particularly directed at Japanese Americans, these laws combined a toxic blend of racism and xenophobia, further marginalizing Asians socially, politically, and economically. While instigated by the anti-Japanese movement, California’s law broadly applied to all aliens ineligible for citizenship -- a category exclusively encompassing Asians.A direct consequence of California’s law was an extremely low homeownership rate among Asians, far below that of other major racial and ethnic groups from 1910 to 1940. Ownership increased as some Asians found ways to circumvent the unfair law and as the number of U.S.-born Asians grew; nonetheless the rate remained significantly lower than that of non-Hispanic whites (NHW). Even after controlling for income, nativity and other factors, Asians were still several times less likely to own homes compared to NHW in 1940.While overt anti-Asian sentiment may be less intense today, Asian Americans continue to face discriminatory treatment, as evidenced by the surge in anti-Asian hate crimes during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. This animus often stems from the perception of Asians as perpetual foreigners, exacerbated by rising global tensions with Asian nations. While the current wave of alien land laws may not explicitly target Asians, they have the potential to harm Asian Americans by restricting property ownership rights and fueling anti-Asian rhetoric.Read the report: https://bit.ly/3AsgDzc Summary of August 2024 Monthly Meeting Posted The August 2024 APA Justice monthly meeting summary has been posted at https://bit.ly/3AHFSO1 . We thank the following speakers for their reports and updates: · Nisha Ramachandran , Executive Director, Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC). Casey Lee , Policy Director for CAPAC, provided an update on recent activities, thanking Professor Franklin Tao and his wife for participating in a press conference celebrating their recent victory. CAPAC remains committed to supporting Professor Franklin Tao’s reinstatement at the University of Kansas. Casey also highlighted CAPAC’s efforts to remove the China Initiative language from the House Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations bill, which passed out of committee in July but was not considered by the full House before recess. CAPAC will collaborate with lawmakers and advocacy groups to ensure the provision is excluded from the final bill. · Joanna YangQing Derman , Director, Anti-Profiling, Civil Rights & National Security Program, Advancing Justice | AAJC. Joanna voiced strong support for Casey's remarks and highlighted Advancing Justice | AAJC's efforts to oppose the reinstatement of the China Initiative, particularly focusing on language in the House's Commerce and Justice Appropriations report. Fortunately, the Senate version lacks this language, offering hope for a positive outcome in conference discussions. AAJC is closely collaborating with CAPAC and other allies to monitor developments. They are also tracking the Department of Treasury’s proposed rulemaking related to CFIUS and may submit comments to ensure protections against national origin discrimination. Additionally, AAJC is coordinating with coalition partners to align their advocacy efforts and recently held a press briefing celebrating Professor Tao’s legal victory. Gisela Perez Kusakawa , Executive Director, Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF). Gisela reported that AASF has been actively working with allies on policy impacts while fostering community engagement. The inaugural Asian American Pioneer Medal Symposium and Ceremony, held in partnership with Stanford University's Asian American Activity Center, was a resounding success, drawing over 1,300 attendees. The event featured prominent figures in AI, life sciences, and leadership, including Nobel and Turing Award laureates, with participation from industry leaders and academic figures like Stanford University President John Levin. The symposium highlighted the contributions of Asian Americans, aligning with AASF's broader civil rights efforts. AASF's high school competition, which encouraged students to create videos about medal recipients, further promoted understanding of Asian American history. AASF remains committed to supporting Dr. Franklin Tao and continues to collaborate with civil rights partners to ensure Asian American perspectives are represented in federal policymaking. Membership is now open to all scholars who support AASF's mission. Anne S. Chao , Co-founder, Friends of the National Asian Pacific American Museum; Program Manager, Houston Asian American Archive (HAAA), Rice University. Anne S. Chao co-founded HAAA, recognizing the lack of records documenting Asian American lives in one of the most diverse cities in the U.S. Over the past 15 years, HAAA has grown to include around 500 interviews, various awards, performances, and exhibits, capturing the multifaceted lives of Asian Americans in the Greater Houston area. The archive includes interviews with notable figures such as Judge Theresa Chang, astronaut Leroy Chiao, and renowned physicist Paul Chu, among others. Anne shared the story of the Gee family's contributions to Houston, with plans for a book and curriculum on their legacy. On the national level, Anne highlighted the need for an Asian Pacific American Museum on the National Mall, noting the absence of such a museum despite existing museums for African Americans, Latinos, and women. Although Congress passed H.R. 3525 in 2021 to study the feasibility of creating an Asian Pacific American Museum, the commission cannot start work until all eight commissioner positions are filled. To advance this effort, Anne co-founded the Friends of the National Asian Pacific American Museum, aiming to mobilize support, fundraising, and coordination to fast-track the museum's establishment. The organization is engaging museum experts and academics nationwide to contribute to the museum's development. · Franklin Tao 陶丰 , former Professor of Kansas University, Victim of China Initiative; Hong Peng 彭鸿 , Wife of Professor Tao. Professor Tao shared an emotional account of his five-year ordeal, beginning with his arrest under the China Initiative in 2019, based on false accusations. Despite being acquitted of all charges by the 10th Circuit Court, the experience has devastated his life and career, costing him nearly everything, including his position at Kansas University (KU), which terminated him in breach of an agreement. Tao and his wife, Hong Peng, faced immense financial and emotional strain, borrowing heavily and nearly going bankrupt, while Hong worked multiple jobs to support their family. Their children also suffered, with trauma from FBI surveillance and the overall impact of the situation. In the past few years while he was fighting his case, Professor Tao published 30 papers and retained the capability of working as a faculty member. Hong Peng echoed her husband’s account, detailing the intense hardship they endured, including the toll on their children's mental health. She worked tirelessly to keep the family afloat, all while watching Franklin struggle with depression. The family's suffering was compounded by the immense legal and financial burdens they carried. Despite the challenges, justice was ultimately served with Franklin's acquittal, and they remain hopeful that KU will reinstate him, allowing them to rebuild their lives. Both Franklin and Hong expressed deep gratitude for the support they received from their community, legal team, and various organizations, which played a crucial role in achieving this victory. · Ron Barrett-Gonzalez , Committee A Co-Chair, Kansas Conference of the American Association of University Professors (KCAAUP); and Rob Catlett , Committee A C-Chair, KCAAUP. The AAUP is a state-wide body representing over 400 faculty members from various higher education institutions across Kansas. The Conference, led by volunteer officers, addresses issues such as due process denial, governance, and tenure disputes. Recently, Kansas University (KU) Professor Ron Barrett-Gonzalez and Emporia State University Professor Rob Catlett met with a KU administrator to advocate for the reinstatement of Dr. Franklin Tao. Ron and Rob approached the meeting with a strategy focused on persuading the KU administration to reinstate Dr. Tao quietly but effectively, emphasizing the ethical and legal imperative to correct this wrong. They outlined a plan to reinstate Dr. Tao during a time when national attention would be elsewhere, offering KU an opportunity to rectify the situation without significant public backlash. The administrator seemed receptive, taking detailed notes and promising a response by August 19. If KU does not act, the newly formed KU Faculty Union, supported by 87% of voters, could escalate the issue, potentially turning it into a rallying cause, attracting media attention, and strengthening the union's influence. Ron and Rob remain hopeful, given their past successes with the same administrator, that justice will prevail, and Dr. Tao will be reinstated. Read the August APA Justice monthly meeting summary: https://bit.ly/3AHFSO1 . Read previous monthly meeting summaries: https://bit.ly/3kxkqxP FT : China-US Tensions Erode Co-operation on Science and Tech According to the Financial Times on August 19, 2024, rising tensions between the US and China threaten to sever a 45-year-old science and technology pact due for renewal later this month, hindering the superpowers’ collaboration in critical areas. The science and technology agreement between the U.S. and China, originally signed in 1979, has been a significant framework for bilateral cooperation in various fields like energy, agriculture, and disaster management. However, renewing this agreement has become increasingly difficult due to escalating geopolitical tensions, including U.S. concerns over China's access to sensitive technologies and issues related to intellectual property and espionage. Although researchers advocate for continued collaboration in areas like climate change and AI safety, the strained political climate, especially in the lead-up to the U.S. presidential election, complicates the prospects of a long-term extension. The potential cancellation of the accord could have a chilling effect on future joint research projects and academic collaborations, underscoring the importance of maintaining ties between researchers to address global challenges.The agreement expired in August 2023. It has been extended temporarily for six months twice. The current extension expires on August 27, 2024.Read the Financial Times report: https://on.ft.com/4dR8Tp4 . Two Unsettling Anti-Asian Hate Incidents in NYC Two unsettling incidents involving racially motivated attacks against Asian Americans occurred in New York City in recent months, highlighting concerns about racism, bigotry, and anti-Asian hate, as well as the work to fight against them still has a long way to go. Shiva Rajgopal , an Indian descent and Kester and Byrnes Professor at Columbia Business School, published a post on his LinkedIn account, sharing the disturbing attack that he suffered on August 19, 2024.“Completely unprovoked, a well toned white male with a red mountain bike slaps me on the face on 112th and Broadway. My glasses go flying. Then he goes on to hurl racial epithets:‘ you think I am afraid of you lot. You f..ing Indians.’ Another white person comes to my rescue. And I just ran like hell,” wrote Rajgopal.Rajgopal was rattled by what he had experienced. He said this was the first time that he had suffered explicit racial abuse in his 32 years in the United States. “No wonder so many of my colleagues are leaving the upper west side of New York City for the suburbs,” Rajgopal concluded.In a separate case, Ben Chang , a Columbia University spokesperson and vice president for communications, was assaulted near campus by a man who struck him with a metal water bottle and yelled xenophobic remarks. Despite attempting to avoid the confrontation, Chang was pursued by the attacker until he managed to alert a public safety officer. Chang, who was born and raised in the U.S., found the experience jarring and emphasized the importance of reporting such attacks to prevent them in the future. These incidents reflect continuing concerns about anti-Asian racial tensions and violence in New York City. Amid the pandemic and its aftermath, a number of high-profile, unsettled, anti-Asian hate crimes and incidents happened in New York City. It is unclear what motivated the attacker to assault Rajgopal. It is worthwhile to note that Indian Americans have risen quickly in the nation’s political arena. Democratic party's presidential nominee, Kamala Harris , has a mother of Indian descent. And Republican vice-presidential nominee JD Vance ’s wife Usha Vance is also an Indian American. Juan Zhang , editor at US-China Perception Monitor, contributed this report. News and Activities for the Communities 1. APA Justice Community Calendar Upcoming Events: 2024/09/01 Rep. Gene Wu's Town Hall Meeting2024/09/09 APA Justice Monthly Meeting2024/09/19 1990 Teachers Workshop: Asian American Identity2024/09/19-20 AANHPI Unity Summit2024/1002 C100: Asian American Career Ceiling Initiative2024/10/06 Rep. Gene Wu's Town Hall Meeting2024/10/07 APA Justice Monthly MeetingThe Community Calendar has moved. Visit https://bit.ly/3XD61qV for event details. 2. New Research Prize: Chen Institute and Science Prize for AI Accelerated Research The Chen Institute and Science launched the "Chen Institute and Science Prize for AI Accelerated Research" in August 2024. This initiative aims to drive advancements in artificial intelligence that can expand scientific research. Young scientists from around the world are invited to submit AI-driven projects that demonstrate significant potential to improve research and lives. The competition will award a Grand Prize of $30,000, with the winner's essay published in Science and an accompanying five-year AAAS membership. Additionally, up to two runners-up will receive $10,000 each, with their essays published on Science Online and the same membership benefits, promoting sustained engagement with scientific progress.Deadline for application is December 13, 2024. For more information and apply for the prize, visit https://bit.ly/3WRwDCB Back View PDF August 22, 2024 Previous Newsletter Next Newsletter

Newsletter - #104 Lieber Verdict; Zaosong Zheng; Shaorong Liu; Upcoming Trials; 01/03 Meeting; Much More #104 Lieber Verdict; Zaosong Zheng; Shaorong Liu; Upcoming Trials; 01/03 Meeting; Much More Back View PDF December 27, 2021 Previous Newsletter Next Newsletter

Newsletter - #237 NAPABA Report; Quincy Institute; Florida SB 864; Ex-FBI Spy Hunter; Section 702 Reform #237 NAPABA Report; Quincy Institute; Florida SB 864; Ex-FBI Spy Hunter; Section 702 Reform In This Issue #237 · Invited Report: Developments on Alien Land Laws in Missouri and Arkansas · The Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft · Florida law SB 864 Undercuts US Leadership in Science · Ex-FBI Spy Hunter Sentenced · House Delays Plans on Surveillance Program Reauthorization Vote · News and Activities for the Communities Invited Report: Developments on Alien Land Laws in Missouri and Arkansas The following is an invited report by Edgar Chen , Special Policy Advisor, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA)"With no signs that the resurgence of foreign ownership legislation introduced in at least 34 states last year is slowing down, the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) has been following two recent developments in Missouri and Arkansas."In Missouri, Governor Michael Parson issued Executive Order 24-01 in January, which prohibits the acquisition of agricultural land by Chinese, Iranian, Russian, and other citizens from other designated adversarial countries within 10 miles of a military facility. While the text of the Executive Order itself does not mention China by name, the Governor's press release and remarks focused almost exclusively on China: "With heightened concerns regarding ownership of Missouri farm land by foreign adversaries, especially China, we are signing this order to safeguard our military and intelligence assets, prevent security threats to our state, and give Missourians greater peace of mind." The Governor's comments when announcing his Executive Order appeared to be partly in response to legislative proposals that could ban all foreign ownership - including by friendly countries. Governor Parson touted foreign investment by a list of countries including Israel, Sweden, Germany, the UK, and Japan as critical to the state's economy. "In terms of whether there has been evidence that Missouri farmland has been exploited for malign purposes, Governor Parson conceded that, 'While we have had no issues yet, we want to be proactive against any potential threats.' The Governor also remarked that if he had the authority, his ban would go a lot further: 'Believe me, if I had the authority, we wouldn’t just be talking about banning farm land but all commercial properties by foreign adversaries…regardless of rural or urban.' Responding to questions posed during the press conference, Governor Parson clarified that the Executive Order is not retroactive, but the plain language of the order reads, 'no Missouri agricultural land shall be acquired or owned' (emphasis added) by a citizen of a foreign adversary, which may raise some confusion about current owners. NAPABA is not aware of any other states where a governor had taken unilateral executive action to bar Chinese or other citizens from acquiring property without the passage of legislation. "Last fall, Arkansas became the first state (that NAPABA is aware of) to take an enforcement action against a Chinese (or any foreign) property holder under new alien land laws. Attorney General Tim Griffin ordered Northrop King Seed Company, a subsidiary of Swiss company Syngenta (which in 2017 was acquired by state-owned China National Chemical Corporation) to sell its property as it was in violation of state law that bars a 'prohibited foreign-party controlled business' from acquiring or holding land in Arkansas. China is considered a prohibited foreign party. Syngenta was also ordered to pay a $280,000 fine for failing to register with the Arkansas Department of Agriculture on time as a foreign owned entity. In a blistering response, Eric Boeck , President of Syngenta Seeds, United States and Canada called the order, 'a shortsighted public ultimatum that doesn’t have the American farmers, or independent seed companies we serve, best interests at heart,' and vociferously stated that 'the suggestion that China is using Syngenta to purchase land or conduct operations in the U.S. for any purpose other than supporting the company’s commercial business in North America is simply false.' According to both Boeck, and additional industry reporting , Northrop King Seed has owned the land in question, 160 acres in Craighead County, Arkansas since 1988, and the land is primarily used for seed research purposes that are specific to the soil type found in Arkansas, to accrue to the specific benefit of Arkansas farmers." The Committee of 100 tracks federal and state bills prohibiting property ownership by foreign individuals and entities in 2023 legislative sessions at https://bit.ly/3Hxta4B The Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft Lora Lumpe , Chief Executive Officer, Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, introduces the Quincy Institute and its plans and activities during the APA Justice monthly meeting on February 5, 2024. Quincy Institute is a relatively new, standard think tank of about 4 years old. It has a global focus. One of its core areas is the US-China relationship. Its founding principle is that the US has come to rely too much on the use of military force. The Institute focuses on promoting an international relations theory called restraint, which calls for a use of force only when vital national interests are at stake. It prioritizes diplomatic solutions.Lora emphasizes the importance of finding positive areas of cooperation between the US and China. Quincy Institute has organized coalition calls and conferences to advocate for a more constructive US-China relationship. Quincy Institute is staffed with experts in US China security relations from a hard security perspective; another focus area for the Quincy Institute is trade, tech, and environment. It is pleased with the recent reinitiation of top-level dialogue, but crisis prevention mechanisms need to go a lot further. In this Congress, there have been about 600 bills initiated, cutting across almost every committee. Almost every one of them is hostile toward China and focuses on a threat or an alleged threat posed by China to US national interests. The Institute aims to foster a constructive relationship. In addition, · Quincy Institute has an online publication called Responsible Statecraft that publishes about a thousand pieces of journalism and analysis a year - some from the staff and some from outside scholars. · Prior to the meeting of Presidents Biden and Xi last November, Quincy Institute organized a coalition call to bring together people from different sectors including academic, national security, climate, farm and agriculture. The coalition called on the two presidents to engage in a more concerted effort to strengthen the bilateral relationship. · The Institute believes that broad sectors of American civil society want a decent workable relationship, and yet so much of what we see in the media, coming out of Congress, and often from the White House, is pointing to China as a threat. Quincy Institute held a half-day long conference with foreignpolicy.com – a main platform for Washington thinkers on US foreign policy to reframe or ask some different questions about the US China relationship, including panels on economy and national security. · On trade and technology, Quincy Institute tries to sharpen the contradiction between the alarmist view or zero sum take and its perspective on cooperation and diplomacy. · Quincy Institute also engages in investigative journalism, frequently looking at the sources of influence in the making of US foreign policy, such as foreign government funding of think tanks as well as corporate funding of think tanks and news outlets, trying to at least raise questions about whether those sources of financial support may in fact be impacting some of the analysis, commentary, and reporting that comes out. · Lora refers to the Quincy Institute website with several pieces of in-depth analyses on the US-Taiwan-China relationship and paths to preventing conflict, pointing to the fundamental need of education on the One-China policy that has played a role in maintaining peace and allowed for the growth and development of Taiwan for the past 45 years. Lora encourages others to view them as allies in promoting a more diplomatic approach to US-China relations and expresses her enthusiasm for collaboration and look forward to working closely with others in the future.Contact Tori Bateman , outreach coordinator, at Tori@quincyinst.org . Visit the Quincy Institute website at https://quincyinst.org/ . Read the partial summary of the February 2024 APA Justice monthly meeting at: https://bit.ly/49mmzXk Florida law SB 864 Undercuts US Leadership in Science According to Science report on " New Florida Law Blocks Chinese Students From Academic Labs ," Florida’s SB 846 hinders and potentially prohibits hiring applicants from China or six other “countries of concern” unless the university obtains a waiver from the state.According to a letter to Science on February 15, 2024, any state’s decision to shut out international scholars will push talented individuals elsewhere, cause delays in existing research efforts, threaten local job growth potential, and endanger US global leadership in research and development.Scientists born outside of the United States have contributed to global understanding and progress as well as to the US economy, society, health, and national security. About 58% of the 72,000 postdoctoral scholars (postdocs) working in the United States are internationals. Having obtained the highest level of education in their fields, many are in their late 20s and 30s and are poised to assume leadership positions across society.Welcoming postdocs from other nations drives innovation and builds stronger research institutions capable of greater accomplishments and economic development. There is no credible evidence of a surplus of domestic-born postdoc scientists and researchers whose career pathways are put at risk by international scholars. Moreover, by turning away the brightest minds from the seven targeted countries, Florida increases the chances that these individuals will instead find opportunities in other countries, including US competitors, a lost opportunity for innovation that could threaten the very national security that SB 846 purports to protect.More than 300 faculty members have signed the petition https://bit.ly/3I3kK5y at the University of Florida that questions the policy and advocates for the freedom to hire top talent regardless of national origin. The National Postdoctoral Association, which supports US postdocs of all nationalities, joins their call. Read the Science letter: https://bit.ly/49F85Sa . Read the Explainer on SB 864 by the Asian American Scholar Forum: https://bit.ly/3UJNdER Ex-FBI Spy Hunter Sentenced According to the Washington Post and AP News , the FBI’s former top spy hunter in New York was sentenced in Washington to 28 months in prison for concealing at least $225,000 in payments he received from a former Albanian intelligence official while working for the bureau.Charles McGonigal will serve his punishment on top of a 50-month prison term he received separately in New York last year for illegally conspiring with a Russian oligarch who wanted to be removed from a U.S. sanctions list.McGonigal, 55, is one of the highest-ranking FBI agents ever convicted of criminal charges. He was special agent in charge of the counterintelligence division of the FBI’s New York City office from 2016 to his retirement in September 2018.McGonigal now has been sentenced to a combined 6½ years behind bars for the two offenses.McGonigal expressed remorse and sorrow for what he called “mistakes,” saying he betrayed the confidence and trust of his loved ones.The judge told McGonigal that it appears he “lost his moral compass” at the end of a distinguished FBI career, when he held one of the highest national security positions in the federal government. She said his remorse seemed genuine.“Unfortunately, it doesn’t repair the damage,” she added.Read the Washington Post report: https://wapo.st/4bHuEHt . Read the AP News report: https://bit.ly/3woUEra House Delays Plans on Surveillance Program Reauthorization Vote According to Roll Call on February 14, 2024, the House shelved plans to hold floor votes this week on a bill to reauthorize a powerful surveillance authority, amid sharp divisions over how far Congress should go in providing privacy protections. The move came shortly after a House Rules Committee meeting on the bill to renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which revealed there was no clear agreement on a rule to allow floor consideration of amendments.Sharp divisions over privacy protections in Section 702 of FISA remainSection 702 allows the U.S. government to collect digital communications of foreigners located outside the country. But the program has been the subject of lawmaker concern because it also brings in the communications of Americans and allows the FBI to search through the information without a warrant. The agency can search through the data based on a single field, such as an email address.The House Judiciary Committee has advanced one bill, and the House Intelligence Committee has advanced another. Republicans posted a new bill, which more closely resembles the Intelligence Committee bill, for consideration on the floor.Read the Roll Call report: https://bit.ly/4bJI0Dh News and Activities for the Communities 1. APA Justice Community Calendar Upcoming Events: 2024/02/22 Census Bureau: Exploring the Diversity and Growth of the Asian American Population2024/02/27-28 President’s Advisory Commission on AA and NHPIs Meeting and Solicitation for Oral and Written Comments2024/02/28 WHI: Community Engagement Event2024/02/29 CAMDC Deadline for Essay Contest2024/03/03 Rep. Gene Wu's Town Hall Meeting2024/03/04 APA Justice Monthly MeetingVisit https://bit.ly/45KGyga for event details. 2. Census Bureau: Exploring the Diversity and Growth of the Asian American Population WHAT: Exploring the Diversity and Growth of the Asian American Population WHEN: February 22, 2024, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Eastern Time WHERE: Webinar HOST: U.S. Census Bureau SPEAKERS: · Mariecris (Mac) Treece, US Census Bureau · Anh Nguyen, US Census Bureau DESCRIPTION: Did you know there are more than 24 million people who identified as Asian alone or in combination in the 2020 Census? And the largest Asian group, which grew by over 50 percent are Asian Indians. Join us to discover the diverse and growing Asian population. Build your knowledge to paint a local portrait of Asian Americans including where they live, which industry sector they work in, homeownership rates, business ownership, and more. Lastly, we will demonstrate how to access data.census.gov to create an Asian community profile in selected geographies. REGISTRATION: https://bit.ly/3wuJCjR 3. Norman Mineta Statue Unveiled at San Jose Airport According to NBC News on January 25, 2024, the city of San Jose unveiled a new statue at San Jose Mineta International Airport to honor of its namesake Norman Mineta . The statue stands 6 feet tall and is made of bronze. It was funded by Mineta's supporters and commissioned by nonprofit organizations. Mineta was the mayor of San Jose in the 1970s before serving in Congress for 20 years. He later became the U.S. commerce secretary under the Bill Clinton Administration and transportation secretary during the George W. Bush Administration. Mineta passed away in 2022 at the age of 91. Read the NBC News report: https://bit.ly/3wk6McU 4. Memorial Service for Dr. Hwa-Wei Lee On February 17, 2024, a memorial ceremony was held in Florida for Dr. Hwa-Wei Lee 李华伟 , former Chief of the Asian Division at the Library of Congress and Dean Emeritus of Ohio University Libraries. He was 92.During his five-year tenure (2003-2008) at the Library of Congress, Dr. Lee made a lasting impact through his initiatives, including international partnerships that led to the Japanese Rare Book Collection and the Chinese Rare Book Digital Collection. Dr Lee also established the Asian American Pacific Islander Collection with the support of Rep. Mike Honda , former Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus.In 2005, Dr. Lee testified before the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission for a hearing on the status of the Library’s Chinese collection. He was recognized internationally for his contributions to bridging cultures between the United States and many other countries. Dr. Lee was one of the founders and a past president of the Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA). 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