Four Indian-origin candidates are seeking historic breakthroughs in the US elections on November 3, 2026, with contests spanning state and federal politics. Their victories could strengthen Indian-American representation in public office across the country.

Republican Vivek Ramaswamy is contesting the Ohio governor's race against Democrat Amy Acton. If elected, he would become Ohio's first Indian-American governor and potentially the first Hindu governor in the United States.

In Los Angeles, Democrat Nithya Raman is challenging incumbent Mayor Karen Bass. A victory would make Raman the city's first South Asian mayor. She has focused her campaign on housing affordability, homelessness and improving public services.

Meanwhile, Democrat Pooja Sethi is contesting Texas House District 47 against Republican Jennifer Mushtaler. If elected, she would become the first Indian-American and Hindu member of the Texas Legislature. In Florida, Pia Dandiya is seeking election to the US House of Representatives from the 22nd Congressional District, focusing on affordability, healthcare, housing and education.

The four candidates represent different levels of American politics, with Ramaswamy running as a Republican and the other three as Democrats. Their electoral fortunes will be closely watched by the Indian-American community, as the results could mark significant milestones in its political representation in the United States.

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