The Senate confirmed a trio of barrier-breaking appointees, including the first South Asian American to lead the Office of Personnel Management.

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June 24, 2021

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OCA APPLAUDS CONFIRMATION OF ASIAN AMERICANS TO KEY ADMINISTRATION POSTS

The Senate confirmed a wave of Asian American leaders to senior positions at the Office of Personnel Management, Department of Homeland Security, and Federal Trade Commission
WASHINGTON, D.C. — OCA – Asian Pacific American Advocates, a leading national advocacy organization dedicated to empowering Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities, applauded the Senate on Thursday after the chamber confirmed a trio of barrier-breaking administration appointees.

Earlier this month, lawmakers approved John Tien as deputy secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, making him the first Asian American in history to serve as DHS’ second-highest ranking official. Lina Khan, the daughter of Pakistani immigrant parents, was also sworn in last week ([link removed]) as chair of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Meanwhile, President Biden’s nominee for director of the Office of Personnel Management, Kiran Ahuja, cleared the Senate on Tuesday ([link removed]) —becoming the first South Asian and first Asian American woman to lead the agency.

“We commend the Senate for confirming these capable public servants, all of whom bring strong qualifications and valuable experience to their respective posts,” said Linda Ng, National President of OCA – Asian Pacific American Advocates. “Building a federal workforce that is diverse and inclusive starts at the top. We look forward to working with Kiran Ahuja, John Tien, and Lina Khan to ensure that AAPI communities and priorities are heard across all levels of government.”

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