Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) are an essential part of the American story: We make up almost 7% of the U.S. population. And despite being underrepresented in American history books, AAPIs have been an integral part of this nation for hundreds of years. During my tenure as both U.S. secretary of Labor and U.S....

“My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims of the attack in Atlanta.  Such vicious, unconscionable acts of violence cut at the very core of our country and the values on which it was founded. As we await the findings of a thorough investigation, the critical work to combat the haunting rise...

Secretary Elaine Chao’s Statement on the Passing of the Honorable George P. Shultz February 7, 2021   George P. Shultz was a great statesman, respected scholar, and beloved American patriot.  He served our country first on the battlefield in World War II, and then distinguished himself serving two U.S. Presidents in four cabinet level posts. ...