Prominent Indian-Origin Politicians in the US
Kamala Harris
Kamala Harris is the first female, first Black and first South Asian American Vice President of the United States. She was previously the Attorney General of California and a United States Senator from California.
Vivek Ramaswamy
He is an Indian American biotech entrepreneur and author who founded Roivant Sciences. He is a political commentator advocating against woke ideology and excessive corporate power in Americas political system. Now, he is out of presidential race.
Ami Bera
Ami Bera is an Indian American physician who serves as the U.S. Representative for Californias 7th congressional district. He is the longest-serving Indian American currently in Congress, having held office since 2013.
Nikki Haley
Nikki Haley is Indian American politician who served as U.S. Ambassador to United Nations under President Trump. She was previously the first female Governor of South Carolina and the second Indian American to be elected governor in the U.S.
Pramila Jayapal
Pramila Jayapal is the first Indian American woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. She represents Washingtons 7th district and serves as Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, advocating for progressive policies.
Raja Krishnamoorthi
Raja Krishnamoorthi is an Indian American Congressman representing Illinoiss 8th congressional district. He is a member of the House Intelligence and Oversight Committees, advocating for affordable healthcare and climate action.
Raj Shah
Raj Shah was a White House Deputy Press Secretary and Deputy Assistant to the President under the Trump administration. He previously served as the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the Department of Homeland Security.
Rohit Khanna
Rohit Khanna is an Indian American Congressman representing Californias 17th congressional district. He serves on the House Budget, Oversight and Foreign Affairs committees, advocating for technology jobs, affordable healthcare and a prudent foreign policy.
Padma Kuppa
Padma Kuppa is an Indian American politician elected to the Michigan House of Representatives in 2018. She is the first Hindu elected to the state legislature and advocates for inclusion, social justice and building an innovative economy.
Bobby Jindal
Bobby Jindal served as the 55th Governor of Louisiana from 2008-2016. He was the first Indian American governor in the U.S. and previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives. He ran for the Republican nomination for president in 2016.