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Will support H-1B workers, assures Suhas Subramanyam
The Congressman addressed his supporters after being sworn into the House of Representatives, assuring his full support to the Indian American diaspora and immigration in general.
Suhas Subramanyam was sworn into the 119th Congress on Jan.3, representing Virginia’s 10th Congressional District. / X
Newly-elected Congressman Suhas Subramanyam hosted a thank you event on his second day on the job representing Virginia’s 10th Congressional District. At the event, Subramanyam assured his full support to the Indian American diaspora and immigration in general.
"We’re going to support a great economy in the United States and all around the world," Subramanyam stated. He highlighted the importance of addressing key issues such as rising costs and immigration. "We're going to support the Indian American diaspora and immigration generally. We're going to support H-1B workers, for instance, and make sure that we address rising costs all across the country."
Suhas Subramanyam was sworn into the 119th Congress on Jan.3, representing Virginia’s 10th Congressional District. A former policy advisor to President Barack Obama, Subramanyam has served in the Virginia General Assembly since his election in 2019. During his tenure in Richmond, he founded the bipartisan "Commonwealth Caucus," a coalition aimed at fostering collaboration between legislators.
Reflecting on his new role, he acknowledged the legacy of his predecessor, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton, stating, "I'm filling in really, really big shoes."
Subramanyam credited Wexton’s team for their contributions and announced that Abby Carter, Wexton’s former chief of staff, would continue in the same role under his leadership. "Jennifer's team did an amazing job. We want to continue a lot of that work and take on the fights we know are coming up," he said during his speech.
The newly sworn-in Congressman emphasized his commitment to addressing economic challenges and advocating for the federal workforce. "We have a lot to address when it comes to our economy. Many of you work in the federal workforce, and we're going to take that on," he stated, stressing his focus on bipartisanship and lowering costs.
Subramanyam also shared personal anecdotes about his family, mentioning how his daughters had stood patiently through the formal swearing-in process. "They stood in line for an hour and a half to take that two-minute picture. They did a great job, but when I go home, I’m no longer the Congressman. I'm their horse they ride on through the house," he remarked, balancing the weight of public service with his role as a father.
His wife, Miranda, reflected on his political journey, noting how he evolved from a newcomer to a determined reformer. "When Suhas got elected to the House of Delegates, I think he was just happy to be there. He was like, 'I'm here in Richmond, let's get to work.' But Suhas saw things that kept him up at night. He took on Dominion, the toll companies, and the insurance companies—fights people told him were impossible," she said.
Narsimha Koppula, a community leader from Virginia, expressed pride in Subramanyam’s historic win. "This is a great win for Indian Americans and Hindu Americans. He will be the sixth Congressman of Indian origin, and we expect him to work on issues like immigration, the H-1B visa program, and the challenges faced by Bangladeshi Hindus," he stated. “We hope he will work on these issues to take care of his constituents and make us all proud,” he added.Subramanyam concluded his remarks by emphasizing the personal motivations behind his work. “We do it for our kids, and we do it for future generations,” he said. With his new role, Subramanyam is eager to be a tireless advocate for both his district and the broader issues facing the nation.
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