June 30, 2022
1 min read

Indian-origin Congressman wins Democratic primary from Illinois

Krishnamoorthi, who is very popular in the eighth Congressional District of Illinois, defeated Junaid Ahmed with over 71 per cent of the votes, news agency…reports Asian Lite News

Indian-origin Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has won the Democratic nomination for the US House of representatives in Illinois’ eight Congressional district with a huge victory over his opponent Junaid Ahmed.

Krishnamoorthi, who is very popular in the eighth Congressional District of Illinois, defeated Junaid Ahmed with over 71 per cent of the votes, news agency  PTI reported.

“I am honoured that the Democratic primary voters in Illinois’ eighth Congressional District voted in an overwhelming and decisive fashion in support of my re-election campaign for Congress,” reports quoted Krishnamoorthi as saying.

“My constituents want peace, progress and prosperity. In Congress, I have for the middle class, for women’s reproductive rights, and against inflation and increasing gas prices. I will continue to work tirelessly to address these issues in the important months ahead,” he said.

“We now turn our attention to November, where our fundamental freedoms and human rights are on the ballot,” Krishnamoorthi said.

The three-term Congressman faces Republican Chris Dargis in the November 8 general elections, it was reported.

ALSO READ: Al Zeyoudi promotes trade agenda during US visit

Previous Story

‘Chip exports to Russia plunged by 90% after curbs’

Next Story

Afghan grand assembly opens in Kabul, no women allowed

Latest from -Top News

India Hits $1 Trillion FDI Milestone

Between April 2014 and September 2024, India attracted USD 709 billion in FDI, accounting for 69% of the total inflows since 2000. India has reached a remarkable economic milestone, with Foreign Direct

Maha Kumbh 2025: Festivities Begin

Women participated in a special Ganga Aarti at the Triveni Sangam in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj earlier. The ritual also served as a rehearsal for the upcoming Kumbh Mela. The festivities for Maha
Go toTop

Don't Miss

US to activate nuke response team

Move comes after reports revealed that Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear power

How Indian Army upheld its highest traditions even after 1971 War

A senior officer in the Army believes that such incidents