Jay Vaingankar Raises $126K On Day One Of Campaign for Congress

India-West Staff Reporter

WEST WINDSOR, NJ – Democratic congressional candidate Jay Vaingankar on December 9 said that he had raised over $126,000 in the first 24 hours after launching his campaign for Congress in the 12th Congressional District.

Contributions came from over 200 individual donors, including over half under the age of 30. The campaign also received contributions from every county in the NJ district, he said.

“I’m grateful for the backing of so many grassroots supporters, especially young people. Their enthusiasm allows our campaign to focus on the voters of Central Jersey – and not special interests,” said Jay Vaingankar. “I was born and raised in this district and took the train home to Jersey every other weekend while serving in the federal government. I’m ready to fight for our community to tackle rising costs, create jobs, and stand up to the Trump Administration.”

Propelled by his upbringing in Mercer County that emphasized the value of hard work and a respect for diversity, Vaingankar worked in the Biden administration’s Department of Energy, where he helped implement millions of dollars in federal clean energy tax credits for New Jersey. He is the only candidate in this race with federal experience.

Campaign manager Devontae Freeland said, “This early momentum gives us the resources we need to organize in every corner of the district and make sure Jay’s message reaches every voter.”