From Ro Khanna To Vivek Ramaswamy: Indian-Origin Faces In US Midterms

The 2026 US midterm elections feature several Indian-origin candidates running for seats in Congress and state governorships. Notable figures include Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna and Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy.
Why it matters
The increasing political participation of Indian-origin candidates reflects shifting demographics and political representation in the United States.
As the United States heads into its November 3 midterm elections, several Indian-origin candidates are in the race for key positions, including seats in Congress, governorships and other major public offices.The US holds midterm elections halfway through the four-year term of its President. This year, all 435 seats in the US House of Representatives and 35 of the 100 seats in the Senate are up for election. The Senate elections also include special contests in Ohio and Florida.Indian-origin candidates are contesting from states such as California, Washington, Virginia, Arizona, Florida, Texas, Ohio, New York and Maryland.Among the well-known names are Democratic lawmakers Ro Khanna, Pramila Jayapal, Ami Bera and Suhas Subramanyam, who are seeking re-election to Congress.
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