With the U.S. Presidential election scheduled for November 5th, both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are actively campaigning to secure support from a diverse range of voters, including women, Black voters, Latino Americans, Arab Americans, and Indian Americans.
During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to the U.S. Congress in June 2023, he praised Vice President Kamala Harris for her Indian roots, noting, “There are millions here with Indian heritage. Some proudly serve in this chamber, including one historic figure right behind me.” This statement underscores the growing significance of Indian Americans in U.S. politics.
Presently, five Indian Americans serve in Congress, with nearly 40 holding seats in state legislatures. Among Asian American groups, Indian Americans have the highest voter turnout, though they do not uniformly support one party, displaying varied political preferences.
Businessman Yogi Chug commented on the rising political engagement, stating, “More Indians are running for office, and the involvement has grown immensely compared to 10 years ago.” Similarly, IT professional Ajay Botharia shared, “We are campaigning, especially for Kamala’s campaign, as her mother is Indian.”
Cardiologist Dr. Romesh K. Japra emphasized both parties’ efforts to win over Indian American voters, noting the bipartisan interest in this demographic. Finance professional KP Maheshwari added, “Indian Americans are now a key voting group, and their influence on legislation and elections is growing.”
As Indian Americans become an increasingly important political force, their role in the upcoming election may be decisive.
