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Photo: senatedemocrats.wa.gov India-West Staff Reporter OLYMPIA, WA — On January 15, State Senator Manka Dhingra, alongside students from Lake Washington High School, introduced a bill aimed at addressing drink spiking in bars and nightclubs. The proposed legislation requires establishments that sells alcohol

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Donald Trump announced plans on January 14, to establish the External Revenue Service, a new agency aimed at collecting tariffs, duties, and revenue from foreign entities benefiting from trade with the US. Criticizing the nation's reliance

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) took to Twitter to strongly oppose the Laken Riley Act and then later went on television calling it a “highway to mass deportation.” Her remarks came after the bill, which targets crimes committed by

India-West Staff Reporter COLUMBUS, OH - Governor Mike DeWine of Ohio has signed HB 173 into law, which includes an amendment by former State Senator Niraj Antani designating October as "Hindu Heritage Month" in Ohio. In response, former Republican State Senator Antani

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC – A new report by the Center for the Study of Organized Hate (CSOH), titled “Anti-Indian Hate on X: How the Platform Amplifies Racism and Xenophobia,” has revealed a disturbing rise in anti-Indian racism and xenophobia on X

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) delivered an impassioned speech on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives on January 8, condemning the ongoing violence and persecution faced by Hindus and other religious minorities in Bangladesh.

WASHINGTON, DC (ANI) - The National Sheriffs’ Association has endorsed Kash Patel as the director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in a letter to Senate Judiciary Committee leaders that also railed against the state of law enforcement under

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - In light of recent findings from the House Ethics Committee regarding Republican Representative Matt Gaetz, Democratic Congressman Shri Thanedar is advocating for the decriminalization of sex work nationwide. Thanedar, took to Twitter on January 2

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON , DC - On the first day of the 119th Congress, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi took part in the Bipartisan Interfaith Prayer Service, reading a passage from the Bhagavad-Gita to bless the new Congress before it officially convenes

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, D.C. – American Oversight, a nonpartisan watchdog group, has filed a lawsuit and a motion for a preliminary injunction to compel the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) to release records related to Kash Patel,

WASHINGTON, DC (Reuters) - Alcoholic drinks should carry a warning about cancer risks on their label, the U.S. Surgeon General said on December 3 in a move that could signal a shift towards more aggressive tobacco-style regulation for the sector

Photo: Reuters/Alex Wong India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Ajit Pai, former chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) under Donald Trump, is taking a firm stance in favor of banning TikTok in the United States. In a recent Supreme Court brief

Photo: Wikipedia India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - MAGA figure Steve Bannon has reignited the debate over H-1B visas, sharply criticizing Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy for their support of the program, which he claims has harmed the American middle class. In a

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Shri Thanedar, (D-MI), became the target of a wave of hateful rhetoric over the weekend. The backlash followed his remarks in support of the H-1B visa program and the need for increased legal immigration

 India-West News Desk WASHINGTON DC - Neera Tanden, Director of the United States Domestic Policy Council, and former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, from across political lines, have recently made statements aligning on the issue of immigration and the treatment of Indian

India-West Staff Reporter ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - Tulsi Gabbard, the first Hindu elected to the U.S. Congress and President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming Director of National Intelligence, addressed over 1,000 devotees at the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham here, on December 15. Her visit marked

India-West News Desk DETROIT, MI - Congressman Shri Thanedar has strongly criticized President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to abolish birthright citizenship, calling it a direct attack on a cornerstone of American democracy. Thanedar, a firm advocate of the 14th Amendment, voiced his

India-West News Desk Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA) has criticized President Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, on December 1, framing it as a missed opportunity for systemic reform. While expressing empathy for Biden’s personal struggles, Khanna underscored the

Photo: x.com/@ashajadeja325 India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - A candid photo of Vice President-elect JD Vance celebrating Thanksgiving with his wife Usha Vance’s extended Indian family has taken social media by storm. The image, shared by California venture capitalist Asha Jadeja Motwani,

India-West News DeskNEW YORK, NY - Vivek Ramaswamy criticized reports that New York City is paying $220 million to rent the Roosevelt Hotel, owned by the Pakistani government, to house illegal immigrants, calling the situation "nuts." In a social media

India-West Staff Reporter CHICAGO, IL - Ranking Member Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) was honored with the Champion of Freedom Award on November 19 at the Toast to Freedom event, hosted by the Free Jimmy Lai Campaign. The event, which recognizes individuals who have

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - President-elect Donald Trump announced on November 13 his appointment of Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence. Once hailed as the Hindu congresswoman every Indian American loved, Gabbard’s political stances made the community somewhat wary

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Donald Trump announced on November 12 that Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and 'X,' along with Vivek Ramaswamy, will lead the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). In an official statement, Trump expressed his

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - President-elect Donald Trump has tapped Republican congressman Mike Waltz to be his national security adviser, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters on November 11. The retired Army Green Beret heads the congressional India caucus and

WASHINGTON, DC (Reuters) - Senator Marco Rubio has been tapped by Donald Trump for the role of secretary of state, according to media reports on November 11. If confirmed, the Florida native would become the first Latino to serve as

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - On November 10, former presidential candidate and prominent Trump supporter Vivek Ramaswamy endorsed the Trump administration’s proposed mass deportation plan, describing it as a “pragmatic” response that aligns with the views of many Americans. Speaking

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Days after winning the 2024 U.S. presidential election, President-elect Donald Trump announced that former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not be invited to join his administration again. Haley, who

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi issued a statement on November 4, following a briefing by the State Department regarding efforts to protect the rights of religious minorities, particularly Hindus, in Bangladesh. During the briefing, the State Department underscored that

India-West Staff Reporter SACRAMENTO, CA — Congressman Dr. Ami Bera, (D-CA), announced that the U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General has officially commenced an audit of mail theft mitigation strategies in Sacramento County, a move sparked by growing concerns about

India-West Staff Reporter ANNAPOLIS, MD - Lieutenant Governor Aruna K. Miller and Secretary of State Susan C. Lee on October 30 hosted 34 public officials, academics, and security analysts from the NATO delegation and aspirant countries at the Maryland State House. The

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - As Diwali shines light on celebrations worldwide, Indian American members of Congress are marking the Festival of Lights with messages of unity, freedom, and civic responsibility. Representative Pramila Jayapal, the first South Asian American woman elected

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC - Representatives Ro Khanna (CA-17), Katie Porter (CA-47), and Mark Takano (CA-39) reintroduced the Stop Wall Street Landlords Act, October 23, to end large institutional investors’ ability to use taxpayer dollars to subsidize the acquisition of

India-West Staff Reporter HARRISBURG, PA –Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 402into law — officially recognizing Diwali as a state holiday in Pennsylvania while attending a Diwali, Tihar, and Bandi Chhor Diwas celebration hosted by the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Asian

India-West Staff Reporter  SCHAUMBURG, IL – Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) has sent a letter to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken requesting a briefing on the rise in harassment and violence against Hindus and other religious minorities in Bangladesh, especially following the

NEW DELHI/OTTAWA, (REUTERS) - The prime ministers of India and Canada could benefit politically in the short term from the unprecedented expulsion of top diplomats from each country, analysts said on October 16. Canada kicked out six Indian diplomats on Monday,

By REENA RATHORE LOS ANGELES, CA - As South Asians gain unprecedented political visibility in the U.S., they are simultaneously facing an alarming rise in hate-fueled incidents, particularly in the lead-up to the 2024 presidential elections. This troubling online trend has

India-West News Desk COLUMBUS, OH - Vivek Ramaswamy, the former Republican presidential candidate, has hinted at the possibility of running for Governor of Ohio. In a recent appearance on the "PBD Podcast" with Patrick Bet-David, Ramaswamy shared that he’s been approached

Photo: Wikibio India-West News Desk CAMARILLO, CA - Kash Patel, a diehard Donald Trump supporter and an official in the former president’s administration, is front and center in a new documentary Government Gangsters, which is set to stream on the Conservative and Christian platform

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON D.C - The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on October 2 that Gurbir S. Grewal, Director of the Division of Enforcement, will step down from his position on October 11. Grewal’s departure comes after a

Photo: Reuters/Stephen Lam India-West News Desk SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Tesla CEO Elon Musk and billionaire Vinod Khosla clashed in a heated social media exchange over Argentina's economic policies and public beach access. The dispute began when Khosla criticized Argentina's president, Javier

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Dr. Jay Varma, New York City's former Covid czar, has been fired by the board of SIGA Technologies for allegedly attending prohibited gatherings during the height of the pandemic. The decision to terminate Varma,

NEW YORK, NY (ANI) - Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his three-day visit to the United States, met with members of the US chapter of the Overseas Friends of the BJP here. The Bharatiya Janata Party’s Foreign Affairs Department in-charge, Vijay

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump recently claimed he was set to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Modi’s visit to the U.S. However, the meeting did not materialize, leading critics to say that

India-West News Desk ELK GROVE, CA - Congressman Ami Bera has expressed frustration with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of obstructing a ceasefire deal that could restore peace in Gaza. "Benjamin Netanyahu is standing in the way of the

FLINT, MI (REUTERS) - Donald Trump said at a campaign event on September 17 that India was a "very big abuser" of the U.S.-India trade relationship and that he will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi next week. The Republican candidate

WASHINGTON, DC (ANI) - Former Union Minister Smriti Irani, spoke on the importance of expanding gender equity in India, while speaking at the World Bank. She also pointed out the strides made by India in the direction. "In order to expand our

WASHINGTON DC (ANI) - Emily Wilkins, the president of the National Press Club, issued a statement on the alleged assault of an Indian journalist by Congress workers in Dallas, Texas, and said it may have violated the First Amendment rights

Photo:Via Rawpixel By Gail Christopher, Ethnic Media Services As the elections near, the American public is perceived to be hopelessly divided. Race, along with wedge issues like immigration, affirmative action, and criminal justice are widely depicted as irreparable breaches in our body

WASHINGTON DC (ANI) – Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi criticized the BJP-led government over the border standoff with China and said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not handled the situation well. The Congress leader was speaking at the National Press Club

WASHINGTON DC (ANI) - Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who has interacted with Indian diaspora besides students and faculty at universities during his visit to the United States, also met US lawmakers. The meeting, which took place at Rayburn House Office Building,