Nicole Hong

Nicole Hong, a criminal justice reporter for The New York Times, delves into the troubling rise of anti-Asian violence in the U.S. The shooting spree at Atlanta spas that claimed eight lives, including six Asian women, sparks urgent discussions about the classification of hate crimes. Hong highlights the complexities law enforcement faces when defining these incidents. She also sheds light on historical discrimination against Asian Americans and how it affects today's community, underscoring the need for legal recognition of such violence.