The 'Samosa Caucus' is an informal term for a group of Indian-American lawmakers in the United States Congress, primarily composed of members from the Democratic Party. The term was introduced by Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi from Illinois in 2018 to celebrate the growing representation and influence of Indian Americans in U.

Following Tuesday’s presidential election, the ‘Samosa Caucus’ –the informal grouping of Indian-origin Americans in Congress – has increased in strength to six members in the lower house. This number may expand to seven if Democratic candidate, Amish Shah, currently leading in Arizona’s District 1, emerges the winner in a close contest.

Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi expressed confidence in Vice President Kamala Harris’ chances in the upcoming presidential election, emphasizing the critical role of Indian American voters in swing states.

Six Indian Americans have won the elections to the House of Representatives, increasing their number from five in the current Congress.

Six Indian Americans have won elections to the House of Representatives, increasing their number from five in the current Congress. Take a look at the elected officials:

Six out of nine Indian Americans secured victories in the US House of Representatives elections, strengthening the "samosa caucus." Suhas Subramanyam made history as the first Indian American elected from Virginia and the East Coast.