On Wednesday, APIAVote joined organizations and community members in rallying at the Supreme Court in Washington, DC to defend birthright citizenship and show that our communities belong. We’re not backing down. We’re organizing, mobilizing, and making our voices heard.

Holi marks the arrival of spring and the triumph of resilience over harm and good over evil. Across the U.S. and around the world, celebrating openly is a reminder that our cultures belong in public spaces — and that community, joy, and visibility matter. Happy Holi!

2,000+ ICE agents flooding Minnesota isn’t “enforcement.” It’s a show of force that terrorizes immigrant communities, disrupts daily life, and targets communities of color. This is a moral failure—and a civil rights crisis.

The Washington Post@washingtonpost.com · 7mo ago

ICE agents in Minnesota have detained at least four children from the same school district this month, including a 5-year-old boy. School officials accused ICE officers of using the 5-year-old “as bait” to lure his father out of the house.

Rep. Teresa Mah's commitment to civic engagement comes from her grandfather, a “paper son” who lived through the era of the Chinese Exclusion Act and was denied citizenship for decades. This #GivingTuesday, we honor the generations who paved the way.

APIAVote Executive Director Christine Chen was honored to speak at the APAICS End of Year Briefing. We were proud to share how APIAVote and our partners are helping voters get engaged. Thank you to APAICS for the opportunity to engage with leaders committed to this work!

It’s that time of year—Taste of Democracy is coming up! Join us in honoring the work of Asian Americans United, Asian American Community Fund Pennsylvania, and activist Johnnie Giles. Thank you to our host committee and to our sponsors, @aarp.org, Comcast, and PG&E! 🔗 RSVP in our bio!

This research exposes coordinated digital attacks that weaponize Islamophobia and disinformation to silence communities and weaken our democracy. We remain committed to digital safety, solidarity, and protecting inclusive leadership — online and off. www.equalitylabs.org/media/2025/1...

Equality Labs Releases New Report “Tracing Online Hate Against Zohran Mamdani” | Equality Labs

[Oakland, CA] — [11/3/25] — A new report from Equality Labs, Tracing Online Hate Against Zohran Mamdani, exposes the massive scale of hate, disinformation, and coordinated narrative attacks targeting ...

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Today is Election Day in 39 states — and what happens today will shape our everyday lives. ✅ Find your polling place and hours at the 🔗 in our bio. ✅ Learn what's on your ballot. ✅ If you need help, call our multilingual voter hotline 888-API-VOTE for help.

Happy Election Hero Day! 🎉 Today, we honor the election officials, staff, and poll workers who keep our democracy running — and as Election Day arrives tomorrow, their work has never been more essential.

How can a duly-elected representative be kept from being sworn in and seated? This delay is unacceptable—our democracy deserves accountability, not obstruction. time.com/7327465/adel...

Where Adelita Grijalva Ranks in Congress’ Longest Delayed Swearing-Ins

Arizona has filed a lawsuit as the Republican Speaker has not yet let the Democratic representative elected weeks ago take office.

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Have questions about voting? Call 1-888-API-VOTE (1-888-274-8683) for answers you can trust. 📞 Voicemail support is open now through Election Day — and we’ll be answering calls LIVE from 7 AM to 11 PM EST on November 4 to make sure your vote counts.

When immigration enforcement can wrongfully detain more than 170 U.S. citizens, it’s clear the system is broken. When due process fails for some, it fails for everyone. www.propublica.org/article/immi...

More Than 170 U.S. Citizens Have Been Held by Immigration Agents. They’ve Been Kicked, Dragged and Detained for Days.

The government does not track how often immigration agents grab citizens. So ProPublica did. Our tally — almost certainly incomplete — includes people who were held for days without a lawyer. And near...

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The Trump administration has frozen nearly $28B in federal grants, with many cuts hitting Democratic-led districts. Politicizing taxpayer funds undermines fairness, trust, and the foundation of good governance. www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

Trump Halts Billions in Grants for Democratic Districts During Shutdown

The Trump administration has frozen or canceled nearly $28 billion primarily located in Democratic-led districts, according to an analysis by The New York Times.

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APIAVote joins countless others in mourning the passing of Kent Wong, a beloved friend, mentor, and champion for justice. Kent Wong was a visionary labor leader, educator, and organizer whose life’s work transformed the landscape of immigrant rights and worker justice.

This case could open the door to extreme gerrymandering, letting politicians choose their voters instead of the other way around. That’s not democracy, it’s manipulation. If voting maps can be drawn without limits, fair representation becomes impossible. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/15/u...

The Supreme Court Case That Could Hand the House to Republicans

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Meet our fall interns, Lawrence Legaspi and Eric Chiu! Lawrence and Eric joined us last month and have already hit the ground running—supporting voter outreach, community engagement, and civic education efforts ahead of the 2025 elections. We’re so excited to have them on the team!

Language like this isn’t just offensive — it’s dangerous. When those in political spaces normalize hate and mockery, it corrodes our democracy and devalues our shared humanity.

Politico@politico.com · 10mo ago

EXCLUSIVE: Thousands of leaked messages show leaders of Young Republican groups joking about gas chambers, slavery and rape in a private Telegram chat. Inside rising GOP leaders’ racist chats — obtained by POLITICO and spanning more than 7 months👇

The Supreme Court could gut Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act — a move that would strip away key protections against racial gerrymandering and weaken voters’ power nationwide. What happens in Louisiana will shape who gets heard in our democracy.

A Supreme Court decision could gut a core protection of the Voting Rights Act—one that safeguards fair representation for communities of color. What’s at stake isn’t just the next election, but the balance of power for generations. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

GOP Could Lock in House Control for a Generation if SCOTUS Ends Key VRA Protection, Report Warns

Read more here.

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Help us amplify the voices of AAPI communities by calling voters! 🕒 WHEN: Wednesday, October 15, 1pm - 3pm ET 📍 WHERE: APIAVote & NCAPA Office OR join us virtually via Zoom 🍽️ FOOD?: Yes! Lunch will be provided 🔗 Sign up in our bio or at: apia.vote/phonebank25

🚨 Attention Arizona voters! 🚨 🗳️ Arizona’s 7th Congressional District is holding a special election for U.S. House of Representatives TODAY. Every election matters — make your voice heard. 🔗 For more information, click the link in our bio!

Attention Virginia voters! Early voting is officially OPEN! 🗳️ Skip the lines on Election Day and cast your ballot from now until November 1. It's time to make our voices heard! 🔗 For more information on how to vote, visit the link in our bio!

Happy National Voter Registration Day! Whether you’re registering for the first time, updating your address, or reminding a friend — today is your chance to take action. 🔗 Register to vote at the link in our bio, or visit apiavote.org/register!

Every voter deserves the freedom to choose their leaders—without interference. Government overreach and gerrymandering in Texas and other states across the country are clear attacks on that right. This is a direct assault on democracy.

The New York Times@nytimes.com · 12mo ago

Breaking News: Senator John Cornyn of Texas said the FBI agreed to help find Democratic state lawmakers who left the state to block a redistricting vote.

National headlines start with local votes – what happens in your backyard matters. Vote local this month!

Arizona, your voice matters and Election Day is coming up next week! Now, more than ever, it's crucial to ensure that you vote for what you believe in. ⏱️ Polls open August 5 at 6 am and close at 7 pm! 🔗 Click the link in our bio for information about voting in your state!

Turn to the ballot and make your voice heard—Michigan, your vote matters now more than ever. Next week, your participation will shape our collective future. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make your voice heard!

Voting rights are under attack—and communities of color are paying the price. The John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act would help restore vital protections and ensure fair access to the ballot for all. It’s time to rise, organize, and protect the power of every vote.

📢 Calling all Missouri voters! Your voice matters—make it count at the ballot box. With election day right around the corner, now’s the time to double-check your plans and get ready to vote. 🕦 Elections will take place August 5, with polls being open 6am to 7pm. 🔗 More information in our bio!