Ami Bera Elected to the US House of Representatives for the Eighth Consecutive Term

In November 2026, Indian-American Democratic leader Ami Bera won re-election to the US House of Representatives for the eighth consecutive time, contesting from California’s 3rd Congressional District.

Key Facts

Eighth Victory: Bera has been a member of the US House of Representatives since 2013 and is the longest-serving Indian-American member of Congress.
Electoral Contest: Bera defeated Republican challenger Rob Tucker in California's 3rd Congressional District.
Redistricting: Following congressional redistricting, Bera contested from the 3rd District instead of his previous Sacramento-centric district.
Congressional Roles: Bera has served as a senior Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on East Asia and the Pacific.
Ties with India: In September 2025, Bera led a five-member bipartisan US congressional delegation on an official visit to India.
US-India Relations: He has advocated for bilateral dialogue while criticizing steep hikes in H-1B visa fees and retaliatory tariffs.
Caucus Leadership: In 2015, Bera served as Co-Chair of the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans.