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Hasan Piker Faces Backlash Over Derogatory Remarks on Asians

4/9/2026

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Hasan Piker, a left-wing online personality, faced backlash after videos surfaced showing derogatory remarks about Asian-Americans, including calling them 'dogs for white people,' and attacking refugee Bach Hac.
Democrats urged boycotts.
Congressman Ro Khanna defended his ties with Piker.
Saikat Chakrabarti, a candidate for Nancy Pelosi's seat, embraced Piker.
Governor Gavin Newsom has a contentious relationship with Piker, having declined to appear on his platform.

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Hasan Piker, a left-wing online personality, faced backlash after videos surfaced showing derogatory remarks about Asian-Americans, including calling them 'dogs for white people,' and attacking refugee Bach Hac.
Democrats urged boycotts.
Congressman Ro Khanna defended his ties with Piker.
Saikat Chakrabarti, a candidate for Nancy Pelosi's seat, embraced Piker.
Governor Gavin Newsom has a contentious relationship with Piker, having declined to appear on his platform.