Following Donald Trump’s re-election to a second term, several prominent Indian-American figures extended their congratulations, emphasizing their eagerness to work with his administration to advance the US-India relationship. Trump won the 2024 presidential race with 295 electoral votes, surpassing his 2020 performance, securing key swing states, and improving his reach in both red and blue states.
Among those celebrating Trump’s victory was Vivek Ramaswamy, an ally of the president, who praised Trump’s resilience. He described Trump as “not an ideologue or a policy expert, but an American badass,” pointing to the many challenges the president has faced, such as legal battles and assassination attempts. Ramaswamy compared Trump’s comeback to that of America’s own, stating, “Trump’s comeback is the American comeback.”
Google CEO Sundar Pichai also congratulated Trump, expressing his commitment to collaborate with his administration to foster innovation in the U.S. Similarly, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella voiced his enthusiasm about working with the Trump administration, looking forward to driving growth and opportunity.
Other notable figures, like former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, offered their congratulations, calling for unity and a peaceful transition. Tulsi Gabbard, the former Congresswoman, expressed her appreciation for contributing to Trump’s campaign, highlighting the president’s genuine dedication and unwavering commitment to the American people.
Bobby Jindal, former governor of Louisiana, echoed sentiments of celebration, calling it “a great day for America.” M R Rangaswami, founder of Indiaspora, noted the importance of continued collaboration on US-India relations and global challenges. Additionally, New York-based entrepreneur Al Mason voiced his belief that Trump’s survival of two assassination attempts marks the beginning of a prosperous era for both America and the world.
Dr. Krishna Reddy, Chairman of the Indian American Friendship Council, also celebrated Trump’s re-election, envisioning stronger US-India relations and a safer global environment.
