Six Indian Americans in a significant electoral achievement , collectively known as the Samosa Caucus, have successfully obtained seats in the US House of Representatives, representing an increase from five members in the current Congress. Among the newly elected officials is Suhas Subramanyam, who has made history as the first Indian American representative from Virginia and the entire East Coast. Subramanyam, a Virginia State Senator, emerged victorious against Republican candidate Mike Clancy in a competitive election. He expressed his appreciation for the trust placed in him by the constituents of Virginia’s 10th District, stating his commitment to tackling challenging issues and delivering results in Congress. With a background as a former White House advisor under President Barack Obama and a member of the Hindu faith, Subramanyam highlighted his strong ties to the community, where he has established his life and family. He will join the ranks of the Samosa Caucus, which includes five re-elected Indian American members: Ami Bera, Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ro Khanna, Pramila Jayapal, and Shri Thanedar.
In the re-election of current members, Shri Thanedar secured his second consecutive term representing Michigan’s 13th Congressional District, while Raja Krishnamoorthi achieved his fifth consecutive victory from Illinois’ seventh district. Krishnamoorthi remarked on the close nature of the battles for control of the White House and Congress, expressing his gratitude that the constituents of Illinois’ 8th District have chosen to extend his tenure in Congress. Additionally, Ro Khanna was re-elected to represent California’s seventeenth district, and Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal continues her service in Washington’s seventh district. Dr. Ami Bera, the most senior Indian American Congressman, was re-elected for a seventh term from California’s sixth district. In a closely monitored race in Arizona, Dr. Amish Shah, a Democrat, is currently leading Republican incumbent David Schweikert, with 132,712 votes compared to Schweikert’s 128,606, votes counted.
