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Rep. Khanna welcomes Rep. McCormick as co-chair of India Caucus
In the 118th Congress, the caucus reached a record number of 145 members, with 35 new members joining under the leadership of Rep. Khanna and former co-chair Rep. Michael Waltz.
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Reps. Khanna and McCormick co-Chair the India Caucus in the 119th Congress. / house.gov
Rep. Ro Khanna (CA-17) announced that Rep. Rich McCormick (GA-07) will join him as the new co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans in the 119th Congress. In addition, Reps. Andy Barr (KY-06) and Marc Veasey (TX-33) will continue serving as vice co-chairs of the bipartisan coalition.
Rep. Brad Sherman (CA-32), who previously served as the caucus chair, will continue to serve as chair emeritus, lending his experience and expertise to the group, a news release stated.
"A strong partnership with India is critical for our economy and national security. It is an honor to continue serving as co-chair of the India Caucus and to welcome Rep. Rich McCormick as the caucus’s new co-chair. Rep. McCormick has supported policies to strengthen the US-India relationship, and I look forward to working with him. I am grateful to Reps. Veasey and Barr for their continued leadership in the role of vice co-chairs,” said Rep.Khanna.
"I am honored to co-chair the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans with my good friend Rep. Ro Khanna. I have the great privilege of serving many hard working Indian Americans in my district and will continue to strengthen our relationship with India. The dedication, innovation, and contributions of this diaspora enrich our community and strengthen the bonds between our two nations. Together, let's continue to champion the values of opportunity and collaboration that define both America and India,” Congressman McCormick said.
"I am honored to continue serving as vice co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans. The U.S.-India partnership is built on shared values of democracy, economic freedom, and security cooperation. Strengthening this relationship is critical to advancing our mutual interests in trade, technology, and defense. I look forward to working alongside my colleagues to further deepen the ties between our two great nations and to support the vibrant Indian American community that contributes so much to our country,” said Congressman Barr.
“As the proud representative of Texas' 33rd district, home to a vibrant and growing community of Indian and Indian American families, I am honored to continue serving as vice co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on India. I look forward to furthering the strong ties between the United States and India. The Indian American diaspora has made invaluable contributions to our nation, and I remain committed to fostering deeper partnerships that enhance both our economies and national security. Together, with our Chair, Rep. Ro Khanna, I know we will continue to build a strong relationship based on shared values," said Congressman Veasey.
The Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans is a vital coalition of lawmakers dedicated to strengthening the U.S.-India relationship and advocating for the interests of the Indian American community. In the 118th Congress, the caucus reached a record number of 145 members, with 35 new members joining under the leadership of Rep. Khanna and former co-chair Rep. Michael Waltz.
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