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Originally Published 6 months ago — by Yahoo
Vietnamese-American nail salon owners and technicians are suing California over Assembly Bill 5, claiming it unfairly strips nail technicians of their independent contractor status, impacting their livelihoods and community, amid broader debates on gig work and labor protections.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by NPR
Ocean Vuong, a celebrated Vietnamese American author, discusses how writing his latest novel, 'The Emperor of Gladness,' helped him process his mother's death and honor her memory, while reflecting on his upbringing, American dreams, and his role as a teacher.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Los Angeles Times
Democrat Derek Tran defeated Republican Michelle Steel in a closely contested and expensive Orange County congressional race, becoming the first Vietnamese American to represent the district. Tran's victory is significant for Democrats as they aim to control the House of Representatives. The race was marked by intense outreach to Asian American voters and allegations of "red baiting." Steel, a two-term congresswoman, conceded as Tran led by 613 votes. Both candidates have filed for reelection in 2026.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KTLA Los Angeles
Democrat Derek Tran has won the election for the U.S. House seat in California's 45th Congressional District, defeating incumbent Republican Michelle Steel. Tran, a U.S. Army veteran and son of Vietnamese refugees, will be the first Vietnamese American to represent the district, which is centered in Orange County. The race was one of the last to be called, with Tran taking the lead 11 days post-election as mail ballots were counted. Steel had previously flipped the seat in 2020.