Opinion

Trump’s Illegal Immigrant Crackdown Is Misguided and Missing the Real Threat

It has been 100 days since President Donald Trump began his second term, with immigration policy once again dominating the agenda. His administration’s stance...

When the government pulls the plug, nonprofits are left in the lurch

Federal funding cuts have forced Korean American nonprofits like KYCC and MCCN to halt vital services, leaving vulnerable communities without critical support.

Ghibli Profile Picture Trend: A Beautiful Escape or Ethical Blind Spot?

A Face That Felt Familiar Yet ForeignIt happened by chance, on a bustling street in Tokyo. A telecom company was running a promotional event—buy...

Korean American Immigrant Churches Becoming Pastoral Launchpads for Korea’s Megachurches

Pastor Kim Woo-Jun to Leave U.S. Church for Korea’s Global Mission Church Kim Woo-Jun, 48, senior pastor of Torrance Good Church, has been confirmed as...

When visas disappear without warning, so does trust

The sudden and unexplained revocation of visas for international scholars, including a South Korean professor at the University of Houston, highlights a troubling lack of transparency in U.S. immigration policy. Without clear explanations, such cancellations are eroding trust and creating fear across academic communities.

LA Police Commission’s ruling is a betrayal of justice

The LA Police Commission’s decision not to discipline Officer Andres Lopez for the fatal shooting of Yong Yang has sparked outrage in the Korean American community, highlighting longstanding concerns over police accountability and the repeated failure to protect vulnerable individuals during mental health crises.

Misuse of ‘Far-Right’ Label Reflects Growing Media Bias

Last week, several Korean media outlets published articles using the word “apocalypse” in their headlines. The reports described U.S. citizens in Florida participating in...

Waging a trade war against everyone will isolate the U.S., not China

The United States’ broad trade war strategy—targeting over 100 countries—is causing economic disruption and weakening global alliances, while unintentionally strengthening China’s role in international trade. Without a focused, strategic approach, the U.S. risks long-term economic and diplomatic isolation.

LAPD cleared itself in the killing of Yong Yang. That’s the problem.

The LAPD cleared itself in the fatal shooting of Yong Yang, a mentally ill Korean-American man, based on an internal review lacking independent oversight. The case has sparked criticism from the victim’s family and community leaders, raising broader concerns about police accountability and the failure to prioritize non-lethal responses.

[Opinion] Dodgers White House Visit Ignites Anger Over Trump Ties

The Los Angeles Dodgers accepted a traditional championship invitation to the White House, but the gesture sparked widespread backlash. The reason? The current occupant...