All 5 Indian American Congressional Reps Reelected With Strong Margins

India-West Staff Reporter

WASHINGTON, DC – In a successful election night for Indian American lawmakers, all five members of the U.S. Congress, and all Democrats won reelection, securing their seats with decisive majorities across multiple states.

Shri Thanedar (D-MI)

Shri Thanedar, representing Michigan’s 13th Congressional District, was reelected with 62.8% of the vote, as reported by the Associated Press. This victory marks his second consecutive win over Republican Martell Bivings, whom he previously defeated in 2022 with 71% of the vote. Thanedar, who became a U.S. citizen in 1988, initially ran for office in 2018 in Michigan’s gubernatorial race. He later secured a position in the Michigan state legislature in 2020 before winning his first term in Congress in 2022.

Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL)

In Illinois, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi celebrated his reelection for a fifth term in the U.S. House, where he has represented the 8th District since 2016. Expressing gratitude, Krishnamoorthi stated, “I am honored that the people of Illinois’ 8th District have extended my contract to represent them in Congress.” He reiterated his commitment to protecting Social Security and Medicare, supporting women’s reproductive rights, and enacting gun safety measures. Drawing from his immigrant family background, Krishnamoorthi added, “My mission in Congress is to fight for all the other families that are pursuing their dreams, no matter where they come from, how they worship, or the number of letters in their names… there are 29 in mine.”

Pramila Jayapal (D-WA)

Representing Washington’s 7th District, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, the first Indian American woman elected to Congress, secured another term with 85% of the vote. Jayapal, a leader of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, has served her district since 2017. Her progressive platform and advocacy for economic justice have garnered significant support in her Seattle-based district.

Ami Bera (D-CA)

Congressman Ami Bera, representing California’s 6th Congressional District, also won his reelection bid, claiming 57.5% of the vote. First elected in 2013, Bera is known for his work on healthcare, diplomacy, and bipartisan policy initiatives. In this race, he defeated Republican Christine Bish, who received 42.5% of the vote.

Ro Khanna (D-CA)

Ro Khanna, who represents California’s 17th District, secured his seat with a commanding 65.9% of the vote. A vocal advocate for tech and labor rights, Khanna has served in Congress since 2016. He defeated Republican challenger Anita Chen, who earned 34.1% of the vote.

These decisive victories underscore the growing influence of Indian American representatives across the United States and reflect the ongoing support from their respective districts for diverse policy priorities, from healthcare and labor rights to progressive reforms and economic justice.