Pramila Jayapal

Indian-origin Pramila Jayapal to run for Democratic leadership? US leader says THIS

The first Indian-American woman to serve in the US House of Representatives, she was re-elected to her fourth term in Congress during the November 8 midterm polls.

Nov 22, 2022, 17:05 PM IST

Grow up: Joe Biden lashes out at Republican lawmakers for refusing to wear masks during US Capitol riots

At least four members of US Congress -- including Democratic leaders Pramila Jayapal, Brad Schneider and Bonnie Watson Coleman -- have tested positive for COVID-19 since the Capitol attack by Trump's supporters which left five people dead.

Jan 16, 2021, 13:53 PM IST

Record 12 Indian-Americans in fray for US mid-term Congressional elections

A record number of 12 Indian-Americans are in the fray for the November 6 mid-term Congressional elections.

Sep 20, 2018, 06:51 AM IST

Indian-American Congresswoman features in Politico Power list

Washington Indian-American Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, a fast-rising Democratic star, has featured in the Politico magazine`s "Power List for the year 2018" for having assumed the mantle of a House "leader of the resistance".

Dec 05, 2017, 15:35 PM IST

Trump will continue to prey on fears of Americans: Jayapal

Immediately following Trump's election, there have been more than 300 hate crimes reported across the US, Jayapal said.

Nov 19, 2016, 19:40 PM IST

Four Indian-Americans elected lawmakers for orientation programme

Four Indian-Americans, including two women, elected to House of Representatives and the Senate in the historic US general elections are here for their first official Congressional orientation meeting to find out how they can work collectively to achieve their common goals.

Nov 16, 2016, 10:49 AM IST

Indian-Americans celebrate their impressive victory

That number is expected to increase to five if Democratic Congressman Ami Bera is declared elected for a third consecutive term after a recounting of votes. 

Nov 10, 2016, 14:43 PM IST

Jayapal becomes 1st Indian-American woman to be elected to US House

India-born Jayapal made a mark with her progressive agenda in the Washington State Senate.

Nov 09, 2016, 12:58 PM IST