'American dream' at stake in Harvard race-based admissions case at Supreme Court, say Asian American lawmakers

The ability of Asian Americans to come to America and "pursue their dreams" is at stake in a closely watched college admissions case before the Supreme Court that is set for oral arguments next week, according to Asian American lawmakers.

The Supreme Court Monday will hear two cases dealing with the alleged policies of Harvard University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill that are "penalizing Asian American applicants" and using "race as a factor in admissions." The court is expected to issue a decision in 2023.

Rep. Young Kim, R-Calif., is a vocal Asian American leader in Congress on the topic. She told Fox News Digital in an interview this week that the "American dream" is being crushed by Harvard's "unfair" admissions processes.

"Race-based admissions standards at Harvard unfairly disadvantage higher achieving students and these policies go against our American values and divide us as a nation," said Kim, who said she would continue to share her community's perspective on the issue.