Shri Thanedar Reelected to Congress in Michigan

Shri Thanedar, a Congressman from Michigan's 13th District, has been re-elected with a decisive 63% of the vote, defeating Republican Martell Bivings by over 35 percentage points. Thanedar attributed his success to his commitment to constituent services, advocacy for working families and unions, and support for reproductive rights. He previously won the Democratic primary against notable challengers and is the first Indian American to represent Michigan in Congress. Throughout his career, he has focused on improving federal funding and resources for his district, which includes parts of Detroit and its economically diverse communities. Thanedar's background includes immigrating from India, building a successful business, and a past gubernatorial campaign. As he embarks on his second term, he aims to continue addressing the needs of his constituents and expand on the successes of his first term.