Arizona's first Indian-American Congressman Amish Shah sets priorities: Tariffs, anti-indian hate
Shah says he will fight anti-Indian hate, seek tariff relief for businesses and focus on rising costs, healthcare premiums and water security.
- Indian-American Congressman-elect Amish Shah won Arizona's 1st Congressional District on November 10, defeating Republican Jay Feely with 52.4% of the vote and becoming the first South Asian American to represent Arizona in Congress.
- Shah's victory reflects broader Asian American and Pacific Islander representation gains; he joins newly elected AAPI members-elect introduced by the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus ahead of the 120th Congress.
- Highlighting urgent needs, Shah identified Arizona's water crisis and rising healthcare premiums as priorities. "Our job as members of Congress is to respond to that call for help," Shah said regarding these challenges.
- Beyond domestic issues, Shah vows to fight anti-Indian hate and push for tariff rollbacks affecting Indian businesses. He plans to join the India Caucus alongside Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi to restore Congress's tariff authority.
- Currently undergoing new member orientation for the 120th Congress, Shah emphasized readiness to deliver from day one. "On January 3rd, we are going to get to work for the people of Arizona, the people of America," he added.
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Times of IndiaArizona's first Indian-American Congressman Amish Shah sets priorities: Tariffs, anti-indian hate
Newly elected US Congressman Dr Amish Shah, Arizona's first Indian-American Congressman, has outlined his priorities ahead of taking office on January 3. Shah says tackling rising costs, healthcare premiums, water security and corruption will be key focus areas. Highlighting concerns raised by the Indian-American community, he also vows to fight anti-Indian hate, push for a rollback of tariffs hurting Indian businesses and restore Congress's aut…
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Indian-American Congressman-elect Dr Amish Shah on Wednesday (local time) said that addressing anti-India hate in the United States and restoring Congress's authority over tariffs by taking the power away from the White House will be among his top priorities when he assumes office on January 3.
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Indian-American Congressman-Elect Amish Shah Vows to Challenge Tariffs, Confront Anti-Indian Hate
Washington, November 12, 2026 (Yes Punjab News) US Congressman-elect Amish Shah has pledged to push for a rollback of tariffs, restore Congress’ authority over trade duties and confront rising anti-Indian hostility, saying the current policies are hurting businesses and straining relations between Washington and New Delhi. Speaking to a group of Indian journalists on Wednesday, […]
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