Democratic Senator Demands President Name AAPI Nominees

Hawaii initially threatened to oppose President Biden's nominees due to a lack of Asian American representation but changed their stance after discussions with the White House, which agreed to add an API advisor position. Senator Duckworth, of Thai descent, criticized the administration for not having Asian American cabinet secretaries. President Biden nominated two Asian American women for cabinet-level positions: Catherine Tie as U.S. Trade Representative and Neera Tandon for the Office of Management and Budget, though Tandon withdrew her nomination.

Why did Hawaii initially threaten to oppose President Biden's nominees?

• In response to environmental issues

• Because of economic policies

• Due to a lack of Asian American representation

• To protest healthcare reforms

What was the outcome of Duckworth's criticism regarding Asian American representation?

• The creation of an API advisor position

• The appointment of an Asian American cabinet secretary

• A public apology from the President

• Increased funding for Asian American communities

What was the main reason for the creation of the API advisor position?

• To support environmental policies

• To address the lack of Asian American representation

• To improve trade relations with Asia

• To enhance technological innovation

Who was the first Asian American to serve as U.S. Trade Representative?

• Kamala Harris

• Tammy Duckworth

• Neera Tanden

• Catherine Tai

What happened to Neera Tanden's nomination?

• She withdrew her nomination

• She was confirmed by the Senate

• She was appointed to a different position

• Her nomination was postponed