The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) expressed solidarity on Thursday with the Sikh community after a Sikh truck driver was stabbed in Wyoming.
DHS removes post depicting Sikh trucker and Optimus Prime after backlash
The Department of Homeland Security removed a social media post depicting a Sikh truck driver facing off against the fictional character Optimus Prime after the image drew criticism from Sikh American leaders and civil rights advocates.
Kaur becomes first Sikh to serve on U.S. religious freedom commission
Senate Democratic Leader Charles Schumer announced on May 21 the appointment of Dr. Gunisha Kaur to the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), making her the first Sikh to serve on the bipartisan federal panel.
New FBI data shows mixed picture on hate crimes, with Asian Americans still at risk
The data also shows sharp increases targeting some religious groups.
Vaisakhi celebration held in Federal Way
The Sikh community gathered at the Khalsa Gurmat Center on April 11 in Federal Way, to celebrate Vaisakhi with a day of religious and cultural events.
State Senate passes bill recognizing Diwali, Bandi Chhor Divas
The Washington State Senate today passed a bill recognizing Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas.
Suspect arrested in brutal beating of elderly Sikh man in CA
A man has been arrested in connection with a violent attack that left a 70-year-old Sikh man hospitalized in critical condition, police in Los Angeles, California said.
Miller slammed for Sikh prayer remarks
Civil rights groups and religious advocacy organizations are demanding an apology from Rep. Mary Miller after the Illinois Republican misidentified a Sikh chaplain as Muslim and criticized his participation in the U.S. House of Representatives’ daily prayer.
Khalsa Day celebration draws thousands, honors Sikh heritage
Thousands attended the annual Khalsa Day Celebration and Parade in Kent on May 17, honoring the Sikh festival of Vaisakhi.
Sikh Americans recognized in WA State Senate resolution
The Washington State Senate passed a resolution Friday recognizing the contributions of Sikh Americans to the state and nation.