Democratic House Leadership Endorses Shri Thanedar 

WASHINGTON, DC – The top three Democrats in the US House of Representatives have endorsed Congressman Shri Thanedar for re-election from Michigan, citing his work to lower household costs and his opposition to President Donald Trump and Republican policies.

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark and House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar jointly endorsed Thanedar for another term from Michigan’s 13th Congressional District, giving the Indian-American lawmaker the backing of the House Democratic leadership as he seeks re-election to represent Detroit and nearby communities.

“Congressman Shri Thanedar has always shown up for his constituents and is fighting every day to lower the cost of housing and groceries, and to make life more affordable for everyday Michiganders,” the three Democratic leaders said in a joint statement.

“Shri has never been afraid to stand up to Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans,” they said. “We endorse Shri Thanedar for re-election and look forward to his continued service on behalf of the people of Detroit and Michigan’s 13th Congressional District.”

Thanedar welcomed the endorsement and said the November election would be an opportunity for Democrats to regain control of the House.

“I am honored to receive the endorsement of Leader Jeffries, Whip Clark, and Chair Aguilar,” Thanedar said. “I ran for Congress to fight for the people of Detroit and Michigan’s 13th District, and that is exactly what I have done,” he added.

“I will continue working to lower the cost of housing, groceries, healthcare, and other everyday necessities while standing up to Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans,” Thanedar said. “I look forward to standing with Hakeem Jeffries as we take back the House this November and elect him the next Speaker of the United States House of Representatives,” he said.

This comes even as Thanedar’s opponent Donavan McKinney, a Michigan state lawmaker has been backed by Senator Bernie Sanders, the Democratic Socialists of America and others from the progressive wing of the party.m

Thanedar, who was first elected to the House in 2022, represents Michigan’s 13th Congressional District, which includes Detroit and surrounding communities. (IANS)