In the latest US elections, the Indian American community has made significant strides, with six members now serving in the House of Representatives, a historic increase from the previous five. Among the newly elected is Suhas Subramanyam, who has made history as the first Indian American to represent Virginia, as well as the entire East Coast, in the US House.
A lawyer and Virginia State Senator, Subramanyam triumphed over Republican Mike Clancy in a closely contested race for the 10th Congressional District. His victory is part of a larger trend of Indian Americans making waves in American politics. Joining Subramanyam are five other re-elected members: Ami Bera (California), Raja Krishnamoorthi (Illinois), Ro Khanna (California), Pramila Jayapal (Washington), and Shri Thanedar (Michigan).
This growing group of Indian American lawmakers, humorously dubbed the “Samosa Caucus,” has become a formidable voice advocating for the community’s interests in the US Congress.
In Michigan, Shri Thanedar was re-elected for a second consecutive term after defeating Republican Martell Bivings by a wide margin. Raja Krishnamoorthi, who represents Illinois’ 8th District, secured a fifth consecutive term in Congress, emphasizing the enduring support from his constituents.
Ro Khanna, representing Silicon Valley, was also re-elected for a fifth term, continuing his influence in the tech-heavy region. Meanwhile, Dr. Amish Shah, a Democratic candidate in Arizona, is leading in a tight race against Republican David Schweikert, with early returns showing a narrow lead. If successful, Shah’s victory could push the number of Indian Americans in the House to seven, marking a historic milestone for the community.
