Asian American groups condemn Chow acquittal, urge communities to confront anti-Black racism

The outpouring from Asian American organizations suggests a broader reckoning with what role the community plays in America’s racial landscape.

Jun 12, 2026

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Several Asian American civil rights and advocacy organizations have spoken out following the acquittal of Rick Chow in the fatal shooting of 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton, calling on Asian American communities to reckon with anti-Black racism and practice cross-racial solidarity.

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