At least nine Indian Americans are in the fray for the US House of Representatives, including five incumbents seeking re-election and three first-time contenders. The candidates are a mix of experienced politicians and newcomers, vying for significant positions, particularly in Democratic-leaning districts.

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Nine Indian Americans running for US Congress, five seeking re-election, three as newcomers.
Suhas Subramanyan may become first Indian American elected from Virginia and East Coast.
Subramanyan, former advisor to Obama, currently a State Senator, runs in Virginia’s 10th District.
Dr Ami Bera, senior-most Indian American Congressman, could secure senior leadership if Democrats gain House majority.
Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, representing Washington’s 7th District, expected to win re-election.
Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ro Khanna, and Shri Thanedar also favored to retain seats in Illinois, California, and Michigan.
Dr Amish Shah, an ER physician, challenges incumbent in Arizona’s 1st District after three Assembly victories.
Republican Dr Prasanth Reddy contends in Kansas, and Dr Rakesh Mohan runs in New Jersey’s 3rd District.
First Indian American Congressman, Dalip Singh Saund, served in 1957; Bobby Jindal followed in 2005.